South Carolina Medicaid

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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES, CARCS/RARCS, AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 007 Description PAT DAILY INCOME RATE MORE THAN HOME RATE DATE OF BIRTH/ DATE OF SERV. INCONSISTENT CARC 42 - Charges exceed our fee schedule or maximum allowable amount. 14 - The date of birth follows the date of service. M52 - Incomplete/ invalid “from” date(s) of service. RARC Resolution Patient's daily recurring income is greater than the nursing facility's daily rate. Verify that you have provided the correct information. Contact your program representative regarding any discrepancies. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Verify that the Medicaid ID# in field 2, date of birth in field 11, and date of service in field 15 were billed correctly. If incorrect, make the appropriate correction. If the date of birth in field 11 is correct according to your records, contact the local county Medicaid office. UB CLAIM: Verify that the Medicaid ID# in field 60, date of birth in field 10, and date of service in field 6 were billed correctly. If incorrect, make the appropriate correction. If the date of birth in field 10 is correct according to your records, contact the local county Medicaid office. ADA CLAIM: Verify that the Medicaid ID# in field 4, date of birth in field 10, and date of service in field 14 were billed correctly. If incorrect, make the appropriate correction. If the date of birth in field 10 is correct according to your records, contact the local county Medicaid office. All other provider/claim types: Contact your program representative. 051 DATE OF DEATH/ DATE OF SERV. INCONSISTENT 13 - The date of death precedes the date of service. M59 - Incomplete/ invalid “to” date(s) of service. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Verify that the correct Medicaid ID# in field 2 and date of service in field 15 were billed. If incorrect, make the appropriate correction. If correct, contact the local county Medicaid office to see if there is an error with the patient’s date of death. UB CLAIM: Verify that the correct Medicaid ID# in field 60 and date of service in field 6 were billed. If incorrect, make the appropriate correction. If correct, contact the local county Medicaid office to see if there is an error with the patient’s date of death. ADA CLAIM: Verify that the Medicaid ID# in field 4 and date of service in field 14 were billed correctly. If incorrect, make the appropriate correction. If correct, contact the local county Medicaid office to see if there is an error with the patient’s date of death. All other provider/claim types: Contact your program representative.

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South Carolina Medicaid

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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES, CARCS/RARCS, AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 052 Description DMR WAIVER CLM FOR NON DMR WAIVER RECIP CARC 141 - Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. RARC N30 - Recipient ineligible for this service. Resolution The claim was submitted with a MR/RD waiver-specific procedure code, but the recipient was not a participant in the MR/RD waiver. Check for error in using the incorrect procedure code. If the procedure code is incorrect, strike through the incorrect code and write the correct code above it. Check for correct recipient Medicaid number. If the recipient's Medicaid number is incorrect, strike through the incorrect number and enter the correct Medicaid number above it. Submit the edit correction form with the MR/RD waiver referral form attached. If the recipient Medicaid number is correct, the procedure code is correct, and a MR/RD waiver form has been obtained, contact the service coordinator listed at the bottom of the waiver form. Please check to make sure you have billed the correct Medicaid number, procedure code, and that this client is in the MR/RD waiver. If you have not billed either the correct Medicaid number or procedure code, or the client is not in the MR/RD waiver, re-bill the claim with the correct information. If the correct information has been billed and you continue to receive this edit please contact your program representative. Submit a claim to Medicare Part A.

17 - Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 17 - Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 107 - Claim/service denied because the related or qualifying claim/service was not paid or identified on the claim

MA04 - Secondary payment cannot be considered without the identity of or payment information from the primary payer. The information was either not reported or was illegible.

056

MEDICARE B ONLY SUFFIX/NO A COV/NO 620

M56 - Incomplete/invalid provider payer identification.

Enter Medicare carrier code 620, Part A - Mutual of Omaha carrier code 635, or Part B - Mutual of Omaha carrier code 636 in field 50 A through C line. Enter the Medicare Part B payment in field 54 A through C. Enter the Medicare ID number in field 60 A through C. The carrier code, payment, and ID number should be entered on the same lettered line, A, B, or C.

057

MEDICARE B ONLY SUFFIX/NO A COV/NO $

Enter Medicare carrier code 620, Part A - Mutual of Omaha carrier code 635, or Part B - Mutual of Omaha carrier code 636 in field 54 A through C line which corresponds with the line on which you entered the Medicare carrier code field 50 A through C.

Check DOS on ECF. If DOS is prior to 07/01/04 and service was not directly related to emergency institutional services, service is noncovered. UB CLAIM: Only inpatient claims will be reimbursed. This recipient is in the Healthy Connections Kids (HCK) Program and enrolled with an HMO. Bill the HMO for the equipment or supply. Discard the edit correction form. Only dental services are paid fee-forservice for HCK members. All other services are paid by the HMO.

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101

Verify the bill type in field 4 and the discharge status in field 17. Medicaid does not process interim bills. Please do not file a claim until the recipient is discharged from acute care. Check the most current edition of the ICD for the correct code. This could be either a diagnosis or a surgical procedure code. If the code on your ECF is incorrect, mark through the code, write in the correct code, and resubmit.

102

INVALID DIAGNOSIS/ PROCEDURE CODE

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send the ECF to your program representative. mark through the code and write the correct code. RARC Resolution Verify the recipient's Medicaid ID number. Verify that this is the correct code.Claim denied. N208 – Missing / incomplete / invalid DRG code Contact your program representative. send the ECF to your program representative. If there is a discrepancy.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Claim denied. check the current ICD for codes that are age-specific. After the county Medicaid office has made the correction. Verify the recipient's Medicaid ID number. If all of the information is correct.Claim denied. and should not be used as a principal diagnosis.The diagnosis is inconsistent with the patient’s gender. attach documentation that confirms the code on the ECF and send to your program representative. Compare the sex on your records with the sex listed on the first line of the body of your ECF. Check diagnosis codes in the most current edition of the ICD for codes marked with a Q (Questionable Admission).
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MANIFESTATION CODE UNACCEPT AS PRIN DIAG CROSSWALK TO DETECT MULTIPLE DRG’S E-CODE NOT ACCEPTABLE AS PRINCIPAL DIAG
A8 . Make the appropriate correction. Compare the date of birth on your records with the date of birth listed on the first line of the body of your ECF. If a manifestation code is listed as the principal diagnosis. 9 . CARCS/RARCS. not the disease itself.
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A1 – Claim denied changes
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A8 . ungroupable DRG. not the nature of the injury. If an E-code is listed as the principal diagnosis. E-codes should be used in the designated E-code field (field 72)
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. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 103 Description SEX/DIAGNOSIS/ PROCEDURE INCONSISTENT CARC 7 . Verify that this is the correct code. check the current ICD for codes which are sex-specific. contact the county Medicaid office and ask them to correct the date of birth on file for this recipient. and should not be used as a principal diagnosis. If the sex is the same on your file and the ECF.
104
AGE/DIAGNOSIS/ PROCEDURE INCONSISTENT
6 . Make the appropriate correction if applicable.
E-codes describe the circumstance that caused an injury. ungroupable DRG. ungroupable DRG. 10 .The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient's gender.
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PRINCIPAL DIAG NOT JUSTIFICATION FOR ADM
A8 .The diagnosis is inconsistent with the patient’s age. If so. Medicaid does not allow this code as a principal diagnosis. After the county Medicaid office has made the correction. If the code listed is one marked with a Q. If there is a discrepancy. if applicable. contact your program representative. mark through the code and write the correct code. If the date of birth is the same on your file and the ECF. and that all codes have been used. Verify that the diagnosis codes are listed in the correct order. contact the county Medicaid office and ask them to correct sex on file for this recipient. Mark through the code and write the correct code Manifestation codes describe the manifestation of an underlying disease.The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with patient’s age.

Resolution Medicaid requires a complete diagnosis or procedure code as specified in the current edition of ICD 9. mark through the code and write in the correct code. 17 .Non-covered charge(s). 50.Incomplete/invalid patient’s sex.Incomplete/invalid other procedure code(s) and/ or date. M64 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 109 Description DIAG/PROC HAS INVALID 4TH OR 5TH DIGIT CARC 146 – Payment denied because the diagnosis was invalid for the date(s) of service reported. 50. RARC MA66 .Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code.NOT BETWEEN 0 AND 124 INVALID SEX MUST BE MALE OR FEMALE 96 . M67 .Incomplete/invalid other diagnosis code.Incomplete/invalid patient status.The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient’s age.5.Incomplete/invalid principal procedure code and/ or date.Payment denied/reduced for absence of.
Check the most current edition of the NUBC manual for a list and descriptions of valid discharge status codes for field 17. 30
MA43 . as Medicaid does not cover them. After the county Medicaid Eligibility office has made the correction. If the discharge status code on your ECF is not valid for Medicaid billing. Mark through the existing diagnosis or procedure code and write in the entire correct code.51.Non-covered charge(s). 17 . 112 MEDICAID NONCOVER PROC-37.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Check the most current edition of the ICD for an acceptable code.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
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6 . 113 SELECTED V-CODE NOT ACCEPT AS PRIN DIAG INVALID AGE . MA63 . send the ECF to your program representative.
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116
INVALID PAT STATUS-MUST BE 01-07. Not all V-Codes can be used as the principal diagnosis in field 67. Contact your county Medicaid Eligibility office to correct the date of birth on the recipient's file.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. MA39 . send the ECF to your program representative. After the county Medicaid Eligibility office has made the correction.
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. 96 . Contact your county Medicaid Eligibility office to correct the sex on the recipient's file. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.59 62 . CARCS/RARCS. ICD updates are edited effective with the date of discharge. Mark through the existing diagnosis code and write in the correct code. or exceeded. Provider is not authorized to bill for these procedures. precertification/authorization. 20.

120
CLM DATA INADEQUATE CRITERIA FOR ANY DRG INVALID AGE
Verify data with the medical records department. If not.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
Contact your county Medicaid Eligibility office to correct the date of birth on the recipient's file.Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code.Diagnosis inconsistent with age. you are required to code to the highest level of specificity. 17 . After the county Medicaid Eligibility office has made the correction.
121
6 . Make corrections and resubmit.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.
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.PRIN DIAG NOT EXACT ENOUGH CARC 17 .
119
INVALID PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS
MA63 . If information on the claim is correct. as this is a non-covered DRG. mark through the incorrect codes and write in the correct code. 9 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 117 Description DRG 469 . CARCS/RARCS.
118
DRG 470 PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS INVALID
MA63 .Claim Denied ungroupable DRG. Make corrections and resubmit.
Resolution is the same as for edit code 117. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Resolution Verify the diagnoses and procedure codes on your claim are correct. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Procedure/revenue code inconsistent with age.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. consult with your medical records department.
Verify the diagnosis in the current ICD-9 manual.Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code. RARC M81 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. send the ECF to your program representative. incorrect or missing.Patient's diagnosis in a narrative form is not provided on an attachment or diagnosis code(s) is truncated. 17 . A8 .

Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. If not.Claim Denied ungroupable DRG. Resolution Contact your county Medicaid Eligibility office to correct the sex on the recipient's file. After the county Medicaid Eligibility office has made the correction.
Check the most current edition of the NUBC manual for a list and descriptions of valid discharge status codes for field 17. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 122 Description INVALID SEX CARC 17 . mark through the code and write in the correct code. Contact your program representative.Discharge information missing/incomplete/incorrect/ invalid. as this DRG is not currently priced by Medicaid. RARC MA39 . CARCS/RARCS. 17 . 127 PPS STATEWIDE RECORD NOT ON FILE DRG PRICING RECORD NOT ON FILE B7 . A8 . send the ECF to your program representative.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. Contact your program representative.
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Verify the diagnoses and procedure codes on your claim are correct. If the discharge status code on your ECF is not valid for Medicaid billing.Incomplete/invalid patient’s sex.This provider was not certified/eligible for this procedure/service on this date. 38 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Services not provided or authorized by designated (network) providers.
Appendix 1-7
. If information on claims is correct. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
125
PPS PROVIDER RECORD NOT ON FILE
Contact your program representative. consult with your medical records department. B7 . mark through the incorrect codes and write in the correct code.
123
INVALID DISCHARGE STATUS
N50 .

Enter the policy number in field 60. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information. If payment is made. enter 0. If there are three or more separate third-party payers. If payment is denied (i. however. Submit all EOBs (three or more) to ThirdParty Liability. refer to the INSURANCE POLICY INFORMATION section on the ECF. UB CLAIM: Enter the carrier code in field 50.) by the other insurance company. bill primary carrier first.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. RARC MA92 .
Appendix 1-8
. Bill the primary insurer(s) according to the resolution instructions for edit code 150. CARCS/RARCS. however. Eliminate any duplicate primary insurance policy entries on the CMS1500. Enter all insurance results on the ECF. Enter the policy number in field 25 (must exactly match the policy number(s) under INSURANCE POLICY INFORMATION). AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 150 Description TPL COVER VERIFIED/FILING NOT IND ON CLM CARC 22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. then bill second carrier for the difference. If the insurance company that has been billed is the one that appears on the ECF.g. enter the amount paid in field 54. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information.Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours. If the carrier that has been billed is not the insurance for which the claim received edit 150. enter the carrier code in field 24 (must exactly match the carrier code(s) under INSURANCE POLICY INFORMATION). Documentation must show that each policy has been billed. applied to the deductible. MA64 . Identify the insurance company by referencing the numeric carrier code list in this manual. Medicaid coverage should not be entered in either primary block. If there is no duplicate information.
155
POSS NOT POSITIVE INS MATCH/OTHER ERRORS
22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. enter the total amount(s) paid in fields 26 and 28.e. the provider must file with the insurance carrier that is indicated in MMIS. policy lapsed. as well as the policy number and the policyholder’s name. 151 MULTIPLE INS POL/NOT ALL FILEDCALL TPL 22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. If payment is denied.Our records indicate that we should be the third payer for this claim. put a “1” (denial indicator) in field 4. the claim must be processed by the Third-Party Liability division of DHHS. one carrier per block.. etc. and that proper coordination of benefits has been followed. If payment is made.. ensuring that blocks 9 and 11 contain unique information. and file the claim(s) with each insurance company listed before re-filing to Medicaid. Adjust the balance due in field 29. Attach a copy of the EOB from each insurance company to the ECF and resubmit to the address on the form. Resolution Please see INSURANCE POLICY INFORMATION on the ECF (to the right of the Medicaid Claims Receipt Address) for the three-digit carrier code that identifies the insurance company.
MA92 . File the claim(s) with the primary insurance before re-filing to Medicaid. e. We cannot process this claim until we have received payment information from the primary and secondary payers.00 in field 54 and also enter code 24 and the date of denial in the Occurrence Code fields 31-34 A and B.Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours.

attach a copy of your updated CLIA letter from CMS to your ECF.You should also submit this claim to the patient's other insurer for potential payment of supplemental benefits.
172
D.This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. If the insurance carrier pays the claim in full. NONCOVERED ON CLIA CERT DATE NON-PPMP PROC/PROV HAS PPMP CERT MISSING RECIPIENT ID NO
B7 . If your CLIA certification has been renewed.Claim denied.
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201
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter the patient’s 10-digit Medicaid ID# in field 2 on the ECF. 31 . All other provider/claim types: Contact your program representative. Medicaid will not reimburse for services outside CLIA certification dates.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 156 Description TPL VERIFIED/FILING NOT INDICATED ON CLM CARC 22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. Resolution File a claim with the insurance company listed under INSURANCE POLICY INFORMATION on the ECF. attach a copy of the explanation of benefits and resubmit. discard the ECF. RARC MA08 . UB CLAIM: Enter the patient’s 10-digit Medicaid ID# in field 60 on the ECF. B7 . Medicaid will not reimburse for the service. as patient cannot be identified as our insured.O. Lab services billed are not waivered procedures.This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service.
170
LAB PROC BILLED/NO CLIA # ON FILE NON-WAIVER PROC/PROV HAS CERT OF WAIVER
B7 .This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. ADA CLAIM: Enter the patient’s 10-digit Medicaid ID# in field 4 on the ECF.
Submit a copy of your CLIA certification to program representative. B7 . Contact your lab director or CMS for current CLIA certificate information.This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. (Refer to the carrier code list in the provider manual. If your certificate has not been updated.S.) If the insurance company denies payment or makes a partial payment.
Appendix 1-9
. CARCS/RARCS. If your CLIA certification has changed.
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Our records indicate that your CLIA certificate or waiver allows Medicaid reimbursement for waivered procedures only. We did not forward the claim information as the supplemental coverage is not with a Medigap plan or you do not participate in Medicare. attach a copy of your updated CLIA letter from CMS to your ECF. Submit a copy of your updated CLIA Certification to your program representative.

Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. ADA CLAIM: Enter missing procedure code in field 18 on the ECF.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. CARCS/RARCS.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. ADA CLAIM: Enter missing date of service in field 14 on the ECF. RARC M119Missing/incomplete/invalid/deacti vated/withdrawn National Drug Code (NDC).
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter missing date of service in field 15 on the ECF. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Incomplete/invalid “to” date(s) of service. Balance due (field 29) is equal to total charges (field 27) minus the amount received from insurance (field 28).
206
MISSING DATE OF SERVICE
M59 . UB CLAIM: Enter missing date of service in field 45 on the ECF. 17 . Resolution Contact your program representative for further assistance.Did not complete or enter the correct total charges for services rendered.Claim/service lacks information which is needed for adjudication. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
205
MISSING NET CLAIM CHARGE
M54 .
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. Additional information is supplied using remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 17 .
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter the balance due in field 29 of the ECF. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 202 Description MISSING NATIONAL DRUG CODE (NDC) CARC 16.
207
MISSING SERVICE CODE
M51 – Missing/incomplete/invalid procedure codes (s)
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter missing procedure code in field 17 on the ECF.

Enter the number of miles in field 22 on the ECF and resubmit.
210
MISSING TAXONOMY CODE LINE ITEM MILES OF SERVICE MISSING
N94 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Claim lacks the number of miles traveled.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. M22 . CARCS/RARCS. 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. RARC Resolution Resubmit claim with billable services. DIAGNOSIS IS NOT EXEMPT
MA42-Missing/incomplete/invalid admission source. UB CLAIM: Enter missing charges in field 47 on the ECF. A1-Claim/Service denied.Claim/service lacks information which is needed for adjudication.
Contact your program representative. 17 .Did not complete or enter the appropriate charge for each listed service.Claim/Service denied because a more specific taxonomy code is required for adjudication. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
209
MISSING LINE ITEM SUBMITTED CHARGE
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter missing charges in field 20 on the ECF.
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219
PRESENT ON ADMISSION (POA) INDICATOR IS MISSING. M79 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 208 Description NO LINES ON CLAIM CARC 17 .
Appendix 1-11
.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. 16 . ADA CLAIM: Enter missing charges in field 21 on the ECF. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
Enter taxonomy code on the ECF. Taxonomy codes are required when an NPI is shared by multiple legacy provider numbers. Contact your program representative if you have additional questions.

Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
Appendix 1-12
. 17 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 227 Description MISSING LEVEL OF CARE CARC 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. ADA CLAIM: Enter the place of service in field 17 on the ECF. MA63 . CARCS/RARCS. 17 . Volume I. 17 .
233
PRIMARY DIAGNOSIS CODE IS MISSING
Enter the primary diagnosis code in field 8 on the ECF from the current edition of the ICD-9. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. RARC Resolution Contact your program representative. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
234
PLACE OF SERVICE MISSING
M77-Missing/incomplete/invalid place of service
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter the place of service in field 16 on the ECF.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
239
MISSING LINE NET CHARGE
M79-Missing/incomplete/invalid charge
Contact your program representative.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.

Enter a valid Medicaid bill type code in field 4. All other provider/claim types: Contact your program representative. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 243 Description ADMISSION DATE/START OF CARE MISSING CARC 17 . 17 . 17 . CARCS/RARCS. RARC MA40 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Resolution Enter the admission/start of care date in field 12.
Enter the principal diagnosis code in field 67. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 17 .Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Incomplete/invalid “from” date(s) of service.
244
PRINCIPAL DIAGNOSIS CODE MISSING
MA63 .
Appendix 1-13
.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.
Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for valid type of bill.
246
FIRST DATE OF SERVICE MISSING
M52 .
UB CLAIM: Enter the first date of service in field 6.Incomplete/invalid type of bill. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Incomplete/invalid admission date.
245
TYPE OF BILL MISSING
MA30 .

AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 247 Description MISSING LAST DATE OF SERVICE CARC 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. This revenue code must be listed as the last field. 17 .South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. 17 . Enter the valid Medicaid patient status code in field 17. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Enter a valid Medicaid type of admission code in field 14.
Enter revenue code 001 on the total charges line in field 42.
249
TOTAL CLAIM CHARGE MISSING
M54 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
252
PATIENT STATUS MISSING
MA43 .Did not complete or enter the correct total charges for services rendered.Incomplete/invalid type of admission.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Incomplete/invalid patient status.
Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for patient status.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
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TYPE OF ADMISSION MISSING
MA41 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. RARC M59 .Incomplete/invalid “to” date(s) of service.
Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for valid types of admissions. Resolution Enter the last date of service in field 6. 17 . CARCS/RARCS.

Contact your program representative for further assistance.
263
MISSING TOTAL DAYS
M53 – Missing/incomplete/invalid days or units of service
Contact your program representative.Incorrect claim for this service.
281
PROCEDURE CODE MODIFIER MISSING
Enter modifier in field 18 of the line that received the edit code.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.
300
UB82 FORM NO LONGER ACCEPTED
Resubmit claim on a UB-92 claim form. Resolution Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC Manual for source of admission. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.The procedure code is inconsistent with the modifier used. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Incomplete/invalid source of admission.
301
INVALID NATIONAL DRUG CODE (NDC)
M119 – Missing / incomplete/invalid/ deactivated/withdrawn National Drug Code (NDC). 16 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 17 .
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.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Claim/service lacks information which is needed for adjudication. 4 . RARC MA42 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 253 Description SOURCE OF ADMISSION MISSING CARC 17 . 17 . Additional information is supplied using remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate N34 . CARCS/RARCS.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Enter a valid Medicaid source of admission code in field 15. or a required modifier is missing.

17 . 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Incomplete/invalid place of service(s). RARC M54 .
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Medicaid requires the numeric coding for place of service.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. ADA CLAIM: Medicaid requires the numeric coding for place of service.Did not complete or enter the correct total charges for services rendered. Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter the correct numeric amount in field 27. 16 .
Enter the correct number of miles in field 22 on the ECF and resubmit. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Did not complete or enter accurately an appropriate HCPCS modifier(s). Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.com/codes/taxonomy Contact your program representative if you have additional questions. Enter the appropriate place of service code in field 16. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 304 Description TOTAL CLAIM CHARGE NOT NUMERIC CARC 17 .
305
INVALID TAXONOMY CODE INVALID PROCEDURE CODE MODIFIER
N94 .
308
309
INVALID LINE ITEM MILES OF SERVICE
M22 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Claim/service lacks information that is needed for adjudication. CARCS/RARCS.
Taxonomy code must be valid.Claim/Service denied because a more specific taxonomy code is required for adjudication. Valid codes are found at http://www. Enter correct modifier in field 18 on the ECF and resubmit.
Appendix 1-16
. 17 .South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Enter the appropriate place of service code in field 17.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. ADA CLAIM: Enter the correct numeric amount in field 25.
310
INVALID PLACE OF SERVICE
M77 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. M78 .wpc-edi.Claim lacks the number of miles traveled.

Correct coding would be “1” for denial or “6” for crime victim. If a third party payer is not involved with this claim. UB CLAIM: Enter the correct charge in field 47. If incorrect. or "6" for other accident. CARCS/RARCS. 4 .
317
INVALID INJURY CODE
318
INVALID EMERGENCY INDICATOR / EPSDT REFERRAL CODE
Verify that the emergency indicator / EPSDT referral code on the ECF was billed correctly. Correct coding would be "2" for work related accident. If a third party payer is not involved with this claim. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.The procedure code is inconsistent with the modifier used.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Incorrect injury code was used. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter the correct charge in field 20.
Appendix 1-17
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312
MODIFIER NONCOVERED BY MEDICAID THIRD PARTY CODE INVALID
A modifier not accepted by Medicaid has been filed and entered in field 18 on the ECF. or a required modifier is missing. Please enter the correct injury code on ECF and resubmit. 17 . ADA CLAIM: Enter the correct charge in field 21. 16 – Claim/service lacks information that is needed for adjudication.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Correct coding would be “1” for denial or “6” for crime victim.Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours. RARC M79 . mark through the character in field 5. however.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Enter the correct modifier in field 18. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. ADA CLAIM: Incorrect third party code was used in field 5 on the ECF. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 311 Description INVALID LINE ITEM SUBMITTED CHARGE CARC 17 . Enter the correct code in field 4. make the appropriate correction. mark through the character in field 4.
316
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Incorrect third party code was used in field 4 on the ECF. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information.Did not complete or enter the appropriate charge for each listed service. Enter the correct code in field 5. "4" for automobile accident. MA92 . 17 . Contact your program representative if you need additional assistance.

Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Incomplete/invalid value code(s) and/or amount(s).
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter the correct numeric units in field 22.
Appendix 1-18
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322
INVALID AMT RECEIVED FROM OTHER RESOURCE
M49 . ADA CLAIM: Enter the correct date of service in field 14.
330
INVALID LINE ITEM DATE OF SERVICE
M52 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Make sure that the correct number of days is being billed for the billing month. ADA CLAIM: Enter the numeric claim charge in field 25 of the ECF and resubmit.
Contact your program representative. 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
339
PRESENT ON ADMISSION (POA) INDICATOR IS INVALID
MA42.Did not complete or enter the appropriate number (one or more) of days or unit(s) of service. RARC M49 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter the numeric claim charge in field 27 of the ECF and resubmit.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
Enter a valid number amount in "amount other sources".Incomplete/invalid “from” date(s) of service. CARCS/RARCS.
323
INVALID LINE ITEM UNITS OF SERVICE
M53 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 321 Description NET CLAIM CHARGE NOT NUMERIC CARC 17 . UB CLAIM: Enter the correct numeric units in field 46.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Claim/Service denied.
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter the correct date of service in field 15. 17 .Incomplete/invalid value code(s) and/or amount(s).Missing/incomplete/invalid admission source. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. A1.

17 .
Enter the correct tooth surface code in field 16 on the ECF.
368
TYPE OF ADMISSION NOT VALID
MA41 . 17 .
355
TOOTH SURFACE CODE INVALID
N75 .Incomplete/invalid type of admission. and write the correct date. Enter a valid Medicaid type of admission code in field 14.
367
ADMISSION DATE/START OF CARE INVALID
MA40 .
Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for valid type of admission. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 354 Description TOOTH NUMBER NOT VALID LETTER OR NUMBER CARC 17 .
Draw a line through the admission/start of care date in field 12.
Appendix 1-19
. RARC N39 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Verify tooth number or letter with procedure code.Incomplete/invalid admission date.Procedure code is not compatible with tooth number/letter. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Resolution Enter the valid tooth number or letter in field 15 on the ECF. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. CARCS/RARCS.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Date must be six digits and numeric. 17 .Missing or invalid tooth surface information.

CARCS/RARCS.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
370
SOURCE OF ADMISSION INVALID
17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for valid source of admission.
Appendix 1-20
.E.
Draw a line through the invalid date in field 74 and enter correct date. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
373
PRINCIPAL SURG PROCEDURE DATE INVALID
MA66 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 369 Description MONTHLY INCURRED EXPENSES MUST BE VALID CARC 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Incomplete/invalid source of admission.Incomplete/invalid principal procedure code and/ or date.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Date must be six digits and numeric. A . and enter correct date.
375
OTHER SURGICAL PROCEDURE DATE INVALID
M67 .Incomplete/invalid other procedure code(s) and/ or date(s). RARC Resolution Contact your program representative. 17 .
MA42 .
Draw a line through the invalid date in field 74. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 17 . Enter a valid Medicaid source of admission code in field 15. Date must be six digits and numeric.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.

Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Enter a valid Medicaid type of bill in field 4.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. CARCS/RARCS. Resolution Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for valid type of bill.Incomplete/invalid “to” date(s) of service.
378
LAST DATE OF SERVICE INVALID
M59 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Draw a line through the invalid code in fields 39 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
377
FIRST DATE OF SERVICE INVALID
17 . and enter the correct "to" date. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.D. and enter the correct code. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 376 Description TYPE OF BILL NOT VALID FOR MEDICAID CARC 17 . RARC MA30 . Date must be six digits and numeric.
All other provider/claim types: Contact your program representative. 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
Draw a line through the invalid date in field 6.Incomplete/invalid type of bill.41 A .
379
VALUE CODE INVALID
M49 .
Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for valid value codes.
Appendix 1-21
.Incomplete/invalid value code(s) and/or amount(s).
M52 – Missing/incomplete/invalid “from” date(s) of service
UB CLAIM: Enter the correct date of service in field 6.

Enter a valid Medicaid occurrence code in fields 31 – 34.B.41 A . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.D.Incomplete/invalid patient status. 17 .Incomplete/invalid value code(s) and/or amount(s). Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.34 A . Resolution Draw a line through the amount in fields 39 .CODE. A .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 380 Description VALUE AMOUNT INVALID CARC 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. INVALID
M45 . INCL.
383
OCCURR. SPAN CODES.Incomplete/invalid occurrence codes and dates.
Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for valid occurrence codes. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
M45 . M46 . A – B and in fields 35-36. RARC M49 . 17 .South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. CARCS/RARCS.
Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for valid status codes.B. Dates must be six digits and numeric.
Appendix 1-22
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382
PATIENT STATUS NOT VALID FOR MEDICAID
MA43 . Enter a valid Medicaid patient status code in field 17.
381
OCCURRENCE DATE INVALID
17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Incomplete/invalid occurrence codes and dates. and enter the correct numeric amount.
Draw a line through the incorrect date in fields 31 . and enter the correct date.Incomplete/invalid occurrence span code and dates.

put a “1” (denial indicator) in field 4.
386
QIO APPROVAL INDICATOR INVALID
387 390
NON COVERED CHARGE INVALID TPL PAYMENT AMT NOT NUMERIC
Charges must be numeric.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Draw a line through the invalid total. and enter the correct numeric charge. and enter the correct numeric total charge. M49 .
Appendix 1-23
.
Total charge must be numeric. 62 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. or exceeded. If the claim was denied by the other insurance company. Resolution Refer to the most current edition of the NUBC manual for valid condition codes. delete information entered in field 26 by drawing a red line through it. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.00 if no payment was received. If no third party insurance was involved.Incomplete/invalid condition code. 96 .Did not complete or enter the correct total charges for services rendered. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 384 Description CONDITION CODE INVALID CARC 17 .Incomplete/invalid value code(s) and/or amount(s).Non-covered charge(s).
385
TOTAL CHARGE INVALID
17 . CARCS/RARCS. RARC M44 . Enter a valid Medicaid condition code in fields 18 – 28.
M54 .Payment denied/reduced for absence of.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. 17 . precertification/authorization. Draw a line through the invalid charge in field 48. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Enter numeric payment from all primary insurance companies in field 26 or enter 0.

South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 391 Description PATIENT PRIOR PAYMENT AMT NOT NUMERIC CARC 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours.
Appendix 1-24
.
400
TPL CARR and POLICY # MUST BOTH BE PRESENT
MA92 . 22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. Draw a line through the invalid date in field 35 . Draw a line through the invalid date in field 35 – 36 A . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. and enter the correct date.
M46 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. RARC M49 .
Make sure a valid carrier code is entered in field 24 and a valid policy number is entered in field 25. Follow the 150 resolution and indicate whether the primary insurance denied or paid the claim. CARCS/RARCS.B and enter the correct date. 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
Date must be six digits and numeric.Incomplete/invalid occurrence span codes and dates.
Dates must be six digits and numeric. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information. Resolution
394
OCCURRENCE SPAN CODES"FROM"DATE INVALID
17 .
395
OCCURRENCE SPAN CODES"THRU"DATE INVALID
M46 .36 A .Incomplete/invalid occurrence span codes and dates.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.B.Incomplete/invalid value code(s) and/or amount(s). UB CLAIM: Enter a valid carrier code in field 50 and a valid policy number in field 60. however.

amount paid). 25. attach the EOMB/Medicare electronic printout to the ECF and return to your program representative. or a required modifier is missing. 4 . 24. If the amount entered is incorrect. or a required modifier is missing. put the denial indicator “1” in field 4. MODIFIER SURG PROC NOT VALID W/ANES. RARC MA92 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 401 Description AMT IN OTHER SOURCES/NO TPL CARRIER CODE CARC 22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. Notes: If there is no third party involved. Contact your program representative. change the amount. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information.The procedure code is inconsistent with the modifier used.Charges exceed our fee schedule or maximum allowable amount. The total combined amounts should be equal to field 26. 23.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. and 24 (carrier code. be sure all third party fields (4. If there are more than two other insurance companies that have paid. amount paid). 25. 26.
403
INCURRED EXPENSES NOT ALLOWED ANESTHESIA PROC REQUIRES ANES. Do not add professional fees in the deductible amount. policy number. 4 . 42 .
402
DEDUCTIBLE EXCEEDS CALENDAR YEAR LIMIT
Refer to the EOMB for the deductible amount (including blood deductible). CARCS/RARCS.
412
Enter the appropriate anesthesia procedure when a anesthesiologist administers anesthesia during a surgical procedure. however. Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Complete fields 24. If it agrees. enter the total combined amounts paid by all insurance companies in field 28. If the insurance company denied payment. 28) are deleted of information by marking through in red.The procedure code is inconsistent with the modifier used. Professional fees should be filed separately on a CMS-1500 form under the hospital-based physician provider number. put the denial indicator “1” in field 5. and 26 (carrier code. MODIFIER
411
Refer to the current list of anesthesia modifiers found in section 2 and enter the correct modifier in field 18 on the ECF.
Appendix 1-25
. If the insurance company denied payment. ADA CLAIM: Complete fields 22. policy number.Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours.

463
INVALID TOTAL DAYS
M59 . However. The provider's failure to comply with the authorization process is not a reason to bill the patient UB CLAIM: If the service was authorized by the PCP.
424
REVENUE 459 VALID FOR PEP RECIP ONLY
141 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. The provider's failure to comply with the authorization process is not a reason to bill the patient.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. RARC N54-Claim information is inconsistent with precertified/authorized services Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: If the service was authorized by the PCP.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remark codes whenever appropriate.
Appendix 1-26
. If not authorized by the PCP. If a Medicaid recipient was seen in the emergency room and is not a PEP member. If not authorized by the PCP. CARCS/RARCS. N30 . Revenue code 459 is to be used for an emergency room triage when a patient is covered under the PEP. use revenue code 450.
Contact your program representative.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
MA30 . when possible it is the provider's responsibility to contact the PCP for authorization prior to rendering the service. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. the recipient is responsible for charges. However. 17 .Missing/incomplete/ invalid type of bill. enter the authorization number provided by the PCP in field 7 (Primary Care Coordinator) and resubmit the ECF. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 421 Description PEP RECIP/PROV NOT PCP-PROC REQ REFERRAL CARC 17 .
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons must file CPT procedure codes on the CMS-1500 and CDT procedure codes on the ADA Claim Form.Incomplete/invalid “to” date(s) service.
460
PROCEDURE CODE / INVOICE TYPE INCONSISTENT
125 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. enter the authorization number provided by the PCP in field 63 and resubmit the ECF. when possible it is the provider's responsibility to contact the PCP for authorization prior to rendering the service.Payment adjusted due to a submission/billing error(s). the recipient is responsible for charges.Recipient ineligible for this service.

Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.
Appendix 1-27
.Incomplete/invalid payer identification.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Do not draw a line through the 619 after "Medicaid Carrier ID."
469
INVALID LINE NET CHARGE
M49 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
501
INVALID DATE ON REVENUE LINE
17 .
Contact your program representative.Incomplete/invalid value code(s) and/or amount(s). Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. CARCS/RARCS.
Enter the correct date in field 45 on the ECF.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. RARC M56 . Resolution Draw a line through the carrier code 619 which appears on either the first or second "other payer" line in field 50 on your ECF. 17 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 468 Description CARRIER CODE 619 (MEDICAID) LISTED TWICE CARC 17 .

505
506
PANEL CODE and REVENUE CODE BILLED
17 .Incomplete/invalid patient's diagnosis(es) and condition(s). If date of service is correct. ADA CLAIM: Verify the date of service in field 14 on ECF. Contact your program representative. a new claim will need to be submitted. Cannot submit a claim prior to the date of service. CARCS/RARCS. Correct if not accurate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. M76 . If date of service is correct.
Appendix 1-28
. RARC Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Verify the date of service in field 15 on ECF. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
504
PROVIDER TYPE AND INVOICE INCONSISTENT MISSING DATE ON REVENUE LINE
N34-Incorrect claim form/format for this service
Provider has filed the wrong claim form. 170 – Payment is denied when performed/billed by this type of provider. Please contact your program representative for information on claims filing. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 502 Description DOS AFTER THE ENTRY DATE/ JULIAN DATE CARC 110 . Enter the date in field 45 on the ECF. Cannot submit a claim prior to the date of service.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
UB CLAIM: Individual panel code and procedure codes included in the panel cannot be billed in combination on the claim for the same dates of service. Separate payment is now allowed. Correct if not accurate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Billing date predates service date. Verify diagnosis code in the ICD coding manual and resubmit ECF. 503 INCORRECT DIAGNOSIS (REASON) CODE 17 . a new claim will need to be submitted.Separately billed services/tests have been bundled as they are considered components of the same procedure. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
M15 . 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.

508
NO LINE ITEM RECORD
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Complete fields 15 – 22 on the ECF and resubmit. Contact your program representative for additional information. Refer to the timely filing guidelines in the appropriate section of your provider manual.
Appendix 1-29
. or six months following the date of Medicare payment. Please refer to the appropriate section in your provider manual. CARCS/RARCS. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. UB CLAIM: Resubmit the claim or enter something on the line indicated and resubmit the ECF. ADA CLAIM: Complete fields 14 .The time limit for filing has expired. Either attach a copy of the patient's letter from DHHS County Medicaid Office giving the retroactive dates to the ECF and mail it to your program representative or attach a note stating the date you were informed of the patient's Medicaid benefits.21 on the ECF and resubmit. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 507 Description MANUAL PRICING REQUIRED CARC 17 .
509
DOS OVER 2 YRSXOVER/EXT CARE CLM ONLY
Claim cannot be paid unless the patient was granted retroactive eligibility or you were not aware the patient had Medicaid until after a year from the date of service.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. whichever is later. RARC N45-Payment based on authorized amount Resolution Resubmit ECF with required documentation. UB CLAIM: Claims for payment of Medicare coinsurance and deductible amounts must be received and entered into the claims processing system within two years from the date of service or date of discharge. NURSING HOME PROVIDERS: Contact your program representative.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 17 . 29 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.

CARCS/RARCS. Either attach a copy of the patient's letter from DHHS County Medicaid Office giving the retroactive dates to the ECF and mail it to your program representative or attach a note stating the date you were informed of the patient's Medicaid benefits. RARC Resolution Claim cannot be paid unless the patient was granted retroactive eligibility or you were not aware the patient had Medicaid until after a year from the date of service.The time limit for filing has expired. Contact your program representative if further assistance is needed.
515
AMBUL/ITP TRANS. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 17 .Incomplete/invalid payer identification.
Appendix 1-30
.Did not complete or enter the appropriate charge for each listed service. 17 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 510 Description DOS IS MORE THAN 1 YEAR OLD CARC 29 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. MILEAGE LIMITATION
M22-Missing/incomplete/invalid number of miles traveled. Enter the correct Medicare Part A or Part B carrier code and resubmit.
Contact your program representative.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Refer to the timely filing guidelines in the appropriate section of your provider manual.
Contact your program representative. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. NURSING HOME PROVIDERS: Contact your program representative.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
514
PROC RATE/MILE X MILES NOT=SUBMIT CHRG
M79 . 513 INCONSISTENT MEDICARE CARRIER CODE 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. M56 .

29 .
534
17 . If you need additional assistance. To correct the ECF. Contact your Dental Program Manager at (803) 898-2568. A new claim must be submitted. Make sure that the correct original provider number is entered on the adjustment claim and resubmit the adjustment claim. Resolution The claim was submitted for a waiver-specific procedure code.Recipient ineligible for this service. If the recipient Medicaid number and procedure code are correct. Review the original claim and verify the provider number from that claim. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 517 Description WAIVER SERVICE BILLED. N77 – Missing / incomplete / invalid designated provider number.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.
518
PROCEDURE CODE COMBINATION NONCOVERED OR INVALID
16 . strike through the incorrect code and write in the correct code above. contact your program representative. strike through the incorrect number and write in the correct Medicaid number above. RARC N30 .
Contact your program representative for further assistance. CARCS/RARCS.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Contact your program area representative if further assistance is needed M47 –Incomplete/invalid internal or document control number. RECIPIENT NOT IN A WAIVER.Claim/service lacks information which is needed for adjudication.
520
Typical providers must use only NPI numbers on claim(s).
519
CMS REBATE TERM DATE HAS EXPIRED/ENDED TYPICAL PROVIDER. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. CARC 141 . Check for error in using incorrect procedure code. Check for correct recipient Medicaid number. If the recipient Medicaid number is incorrect. 16 – Claim /service lacks information which is needed for adjudication.
528
529
A1 – Claim/Service denied.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. Additional information supplied using remittance advice remark codes whenever appropriate. Contact your program area representative. but the recipient was not a participant in a Medicaid waiver.
Appendix 1-31
. If the procedure code is incorrect.
N56 – Procedure code billed is not correct/valid for the services billed or the date of service billed.The time limit for filing has expired.
This edit code cannot be manually corrected. A1-Claim/Service denied. LEGACY NUMBER NOT ALLOWED ON CLAIM PRTF WAIVER RECIPIENT BUT NOT WAIVER SERVICE REVENUE CODE BEING BILLED OVER 15 TIMES PER CLAIM PROVIDER/CCN DO NOT MATCH FOR ADJUSTMENT
N304 – Missing / incomplete /invalid dispensed date. strike out the legacy number or re-submit a new claim with the NPI only. contact your program area representative.

Enter Medicaid payer code 619 in field 50 A through C line which corresponds with the line on which you entered the Medicaid ID number field 60 A through C. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.The procedure code is inconsistent with the modifier used. Verify that the correct procedure code and modifier combination was entered in fields 17 and 18 on ECF for the date of service. 17 . or a required modifier is missing. Enter the correct revenue code for that line. RARC Resolution Verify that the correct procedure code and modifier combination was entered in field 17 and 18 on ECF for the date of service. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Incomplete/invalid payer identification.Payment denied because this procedure code/modifier was invalid on the date of service or claim submission.Payment adjusted because charges have been paid by another payer. M56 . Make the appropriate correction to the procedure code in field 17 and/or modifier in field 18. 4 . If the room accommodation revenue codes are correct. 23 . 31 .
Appendix 1-32
.
537
PROC-MOD COMBINATION NONCOVERED/INVALID PATIENT PAYMENT EXCEEDS MED NONCOVERED MEDICAID NOT LISTED AS PAYER ACCOM REVENUE CODE/OP CLAIM INCONSIST
538
539
540
541
MISSING LINE ITEM/REVENUE CODE
M50 – Missing/incomplete/invalid revenue code (s)
The two digits before the edit code tell you on which line in field 42 the revenue code is missing. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 536 Description PROCEDUREMODIFIER NOT COVERED ON DOS CARC B18 .South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. CARCS/RARCS. Room accommodation revenue codes cannot be used on an outpatient claim.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Claim denied as patient cannot be identified as our insured. check the bill type (field 4) and the Health Plan ID (field 51). Make the appropriate correction to the procedure code in field 17 and/or the modifier in field 18. 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.

Payment adjusted due to a submission/billing error(s). If you have entered a value amount in these fields.
545
NO PROCESSABLE LINES ON CLAIM
All lines on ECF have been rejected or deleted. an occurrence date must be entered. a value code must also be entered. N142-The original claim was denied.
544
NURSING HOME CLAIMS SUBMITTED VIA 837
Contact your program representative. 125 .
If you have entered a value code in fields 39 through 41 A .Incomplete/invalid occurrence span codes and dates. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. If you have entered an occurrence date in any of these fields.
543
VALUE CODE/AMOUNT MUST BOTH BE PRESENT
M49 .D. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. an occurrence code must also be entered. 17 . not a replacement claim.
Appendix 1-33
.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Incomplete/invalid value code(s) and/or amount(s). Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remark codes whenever appropriate. a value amount must also be entered. Discard the ECF and resubmit the claim. CARCS/RARCS.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Resolution If you have entered an occurrence code in fields 31 through 36 A and B. Resubmit a new claim. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 542 Description BOTH OCCUR CODE and DATE NEC INC SPAN CODE CARC 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. RARC M46 .

Incomplete/invalid type of admission. 25.D.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.
554
VALUE CODE/3RD PARTY PAYMENT INCONSIST
If you have entered value code 14 in fields 39 through 41 A .
555
TPL PAYMENT > PAYMENT DUE FROM MEDICAID
Verify that the payment amount you have entered in field 54 is correct.Payment adjusted because charges have been paid by another payer. enter the correct amount. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. it may be resolved by correcting the other edit codes. MA92 . If this edit code appears alone on an inpatient claim. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. and 26 on ECF are correct and resubmit.
553
ALLOW AMT=ZERO/UNABLE TO DETERMINE PYMT
17 . If the amount is correct. Make sure fields 24. If this edit code appears with other edit codes.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. CARCS/RARCS.Payment adjusted because charges have been paid by another payer. 25. and 26 on ECF are correct and resubmit. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. If this edit code appears alone on an outpatient claim. 23 . however.
552
MEDICARE INDICATED/NO MEDICAID LIABILITY
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Medicare coverage was indicated on claim form. and 60 on ECF are correct and resubmit. Make sure fields 24. 17 . check for valid Accommodation Revenue Codes. RARC MA41 . check for valid revenue and CPT codes. Enter the valid Medicaid source of admission code in field 15. Resolution Check the most current edition of the NUBC manual for source of admission. ADA CLAIM: Medicare coverage was indicated on claim form.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours. 54. you must also enter a prior payment in field 54. Make sure fields 50. Do not resubmit claim or ECF. UB CLAIM: Medicare coverage was indicated on claim form.
Information is incorrect or missing which is necessary to allow the Medicaid system to calculate the payment for the claim.
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. no payment from Medicaid is due. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 551 Description TYPE ADMISSION/SOURC E CODE INCONSISTENT CARC 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 23 . If it is not.

17 .Did not complete or enter the correct total charges for services rendered. CANNOT ADJUST CLAIM ALREADY DEBITED (HEALTH CLAIM).Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information.C) should never be indicated on a claim or ECF. you must indicate a third party payment. which is the total charges revenue code. Resolution If any amount appears in field 28. CANNOT ADJUST
N185 . that line has been deleted by you on a previous cycle. however.
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.Previously paid. CARCS/RARCS.
561
CLAIM ALREADY DEBITED (RETROMEDICARE). RARC MA92 . Also check the resolution column on the ECF. Contact Medicaid Insurance Verification Services (MIVS) for further assistance. Cannot adjust this claim. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment. Contact Medicaid Insurance Verification Services (MIVS) for further assistance.
560
REVENUE CODES INCONSISTENT
Revenue code 100 is an all-inclusive revenue code and cannot be used with any other revenue code except 001.
Retroactive Medicare claim already debited or scheduled for debit. M54 . 23-Payment adjusted due to impact of prior payer (s) adjudication including payments and/or adjustments 23-Payment adjusted due to impact of prior payer (s) adjudication including payments and /or adjustments M50 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 557 Description CARR PYMTS MUST = OTHER SOURCES PYMTS CARC 22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. B13 .
562
N185 .
558
REVENUE CHGS NOT WITHIN +. If there is a "D" on any line. Charges on these lines should no longer be added into the total charges.$1 OF TOTAL
559
MEDICAID PRIOR PAYMENT NOT ALLOWED
Prior payment from Medicaid (field 54 A . 17 . Recalculate your revenue charges.Incomplete/invalid revenue codes. Cannot adjust this claim.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Do not resubmit this claim/service.Do not resubmit this claim/service.
Retroactive Healthcare claim already debited or scheduled for debit.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. delete information entered in field 26 and/or field 28 by drawing a red line through it. If there is no third party insurance involved.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.

No other revenue codes should be filed with revenue code 459. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 563 Description CLAIM ALREADY DEBITED (PAY & CHASE CLAIM). or 761. Resolution Medicaid Pay & Chase claim already debited or scheduled for debit. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information. and treatment room on the same date of service for the same or related condition.
565
THIRD PARTY PAYMENT/NO 3RD PARTY ID
22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. RARC N185 . 17 . and was triaged in the ER.511 COMB NOT ALLOWED CARC 23-Payment adjusted due to impact of prior payer (s) adjudication including payments and/or adjustments 17 . the submitted claim should be filed with only revenue code 459. Contact Medicaid Insurance Verification Services (MIVS) for further assistance.
564
N61-Re-bill services on separate claims
These revenue codes should never appear in combination on the same claim. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
If a prior payment is entered in field 54.
MA92 . information in all other TPLrelated fields (50 and 60) must also be entered. make the appropriate correction.Do not resubmit this claim/service.459. charges for both visits should be combined under either revenue code 450. however.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
Appendix 1-37
. If incorrect. CARCS/RARCS.Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours. no payment from Medicaid is due. If they are correct. 510. CANNOT ADJUST OP REV 450. If the recipient is a PEP member. If a recipient was seen in the emergency room. If not.
Check the total of non-covered charges in field 48 and total charges in field 47 to see if they were entered correctly.Did not complete or enter the correct total charges for services rendered.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
567
NONCOV CHARGES > OR = TOTAL CHARGES
M54 . Cannot adjust this claim. MA63 Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code. both visits should be billed on separate claims using the correct revenue code. 17 .510.
566
EMERG OP SERV/PRIN DIAG DOES NOT JUSTIFY
Check to make sure that the correct diagnosis code was billed. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. clinic. If the recipient was seen in the ER and clinic on the same date of service for unrelated conditions. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. enter the correct diagnosis code and resubmit the ECF.

If the CCN is invalid. 17 . If dates are correct and this is a 72-hour claim. CARCS/RARCS. it cannot be voided or replaced. Resubmit a new claim.
573
PRINCIPAL PROC/ADMIT/STMT DATES INCONSIS
MA66 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Correct dates if appropriate.
569
N185 – Do not resubmit this claim/service. 17 . All surgery dates must fall within the admit through discharge dates of service. If dates are correct and this is a 72-hour claim. enter the correct CCN and resubmit. forward to your program representative.
Compare the dates listed with the other surgical procedure codes (the two-digit number before the edit code will identify which date in field 74 A .Claim/service denied because the related or qualifying claim/service was not previously paid or identified on this claim.
These revenue codes cannot be used in combination for the same day. Resubmit the replacement claim along with the corrected void adjustment claim.Incomplete/invalid other procedure code(s) and/ or date(s). 17 .E is in question) with the admit date in field 12 and statement covers dates in field 6.
570
OP REV 760 762. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever applicable.Re-bill services on separate claims. Resolution Review the edit code assigned to the void adjustment claim to determine if it can be corrected. Surgery date must fall within the admit through discharge dates. Correct dates if appropriate. bill either revenue code 762 or 769 on an outpatient claim.Incomplete/invalid principal procedure code and/ or date.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 769 COMB NOT ALLOWED
N61 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. RARC N142 . forward to your program representative. Verify the correct revenue code for the claim.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 125 – Payment adjusted due to a submission/billing error(s). and make the appropriate correction. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 568 Description CORRESPONDING ADJUSTMENT (VOID) IS SUSPENDED OR DENIED ORIGINAL CCN IS INVALID OR ADJUSTMENT CLAIM CARC 107 .The original claim was denied.
Compare the date listed with the principal surgical procedure code in field 74 with the admit date in field 12 and statement covers dates in field 6. If the CCN is for an adjustment claim.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.
574
OTHER PROC/ADMIT/STMT DATES INCONSIST
M67 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. not a replacement claim. make the necessary changes and resubmit the adjustment claim.
Appendix 1-38
. Check the original CCN on the Form 130 as it is either invalid or a CCN for an adjustment claim. If the void adjustment claim can be corrected.

Recipient ineligible for this service.Incomplete invalid type of bill. the replacement claim criteria have not been met (see Section 3 on replacement claims). Only paid claims can be replaced or cancelled. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 575 Description REPLACE/VOID CLM/CCN INDICATED NOT FOUND CARC 17 . If the bill type is 111.C with the CCN on the remittance advice of the paid claim you want to replace or cancel. Make sure that the correct original CCN and recipient ID number are entered on the adjustment claim and resubmit the adjustment claim. If the CCN is incorrect. If edit code 575 and 863 are the only edits on the replacement claim.
Appendix 1-39
. Enter correct dates. UB CLAIM: Check the CCN you have entered in field 64 A .
577
FP MOD. write the correct CCN on the ECF.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 4 . "From" date must be before "through" date.
587
M59 . or a required modifier is missing. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Contact your program representative for further assistance. you must use your inpatient number. you must use your outpatient number in field 51.
Attach appropriate support documentation to ECF and resubmit. it may be corrected by correcting the other edit codes. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Be sure you check the year closely. RARC M47 . Resolution Review the original claim and verify the claim control number (CCN) and recipient ID number from that claim.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Incomplete/invalid "to" date(s) of service. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. CARCS/RARCS. 17 .South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.
Check the "from" and "through" dates in field 6.
576
TYPE OF BILL AND PROVIDE TYPE INCONSIST
17 . If this edit appears with other edits.Incomplete/invalid internal or document control number. If the bill type you have entered in field 4 is 131 or 141.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.The procedure code is inconsistent with the modifier used. USED – PATIENT UNDER 10 OR OVER 55 1ST DATE OF SERV SUBSEQUENT TO LAST DOS
N30 . MA30 .

Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Enter the correct date.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. and the "through" date in field 6. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. They must be the same date. 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. These dates must be the same.Incomplete/invalid admission date.
589
LAST DOS SUBSEQUENT TO DATE OF RECEIPT
M59 .
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. Resolution Check the "from" date of service in field 6.
Check the "through" date of service in field 6. 17 .Discharge information missing/incomplete/incorrect/ invalid.Incomplete/invalid “to” date(s) of service. Be sure to check the year closely. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 588 Description 1ST DOS SUBSEQUENT TO ENTRY DATE CARC 17 . 17 . RARC M52 . Enter correct date.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.
594
FINAL BILL/DISCHRG DTE BEFORE LAST DOS
N50 .
593
ADMIT DATE NOT=TO 1ST DATE OF SERVICE
MA40 .
Check the occurrence code 42 and date in fields 31 through 34 A and B.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. CARCS/RARCS.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Incomplete/invalid “from” date(s) of service.
Check the admit date in field 12 and the "from" date in field 6.

Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. M44 . 17 .
If condition code C3 is entered in fields 31 through 34 A . 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. When a private room revenue code is used. field 35-36 A or B.
The dates which have been entered in field 35 .Incomplete/invalid “from” date(s) of service. therefore no payment is due from Medicaid.Incomplete/invalid condition code. the discharge date in fields 31 through 34 A . If the dates are incorrect. Resolution Check the dates entered in field 6.Incomplete/invalid “from” date(s) of service. so the units for accommodation revenue codes should be changed. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.36 A or B (occurrence span). M50 .
599
QIO DATES/OCCUR SPAN DATES N/SEQUENCED
M52 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. The allowed payment amount is less than the recipient's copayment amount.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. do not coincide with any date in the statement covers dates in field 6. 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. the covered days calculated in field 7 on the ECF.B. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. the approved dates must be entered in occurrence span. the system calculated the correct number of days.B and the units entered for accommodation revenue codes in field 42 (the discharge date and "through" date must be the same). 3-Co-payment amount RARC M52 .
Appendix 1-41
.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. correcting the dates will correct the edit.
636
COPAYMENT AMOUNT EXCEEDS ALLOWED AMOUNT
The Medicaid recipient is responsible for a Medicaid copayment for this service/date of service. CARCS/RARCS. See current NUBC manual for definition of codes. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Incomplete/invalid value code(s) and/or amount(s).
Medicaid only sponsors a semi-private room. There must be at least one date in common in these two fields
603
REVENUE/CONDITIO N/VALUE CODES INCONSIST
M49 . Please collect the copayment from the Medicaid recipient.Incomplete/invalid revenue codes. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 597 Description ACCOMODATION UNITS/STMT PERIOD INCONSIST CARC 17 .Incomplete/invalid “from” date(s) of service.
598
QIO INDICATOR 3/APPROVAL DATES REQUIRED
M52 . If the dates in field 6 are correct. condition code 39 or value codes 01 or 02 and value amounts must be on the claim.

If the coinsurance amount is correct. attach a copy of the Medicare remittance and return to your program representative. no payment is due from Medicaid ― discard the ECF. If the amounts are correct. If not correct.
Appendix 1-42
.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. If not. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 637 Description COINS AMT GREATER THAN PAY AMT MEDICARE COST SHARING REQ COINS/DEDUCTIB NET CHRG/TOTAL DAYS X DAILY RATE UNEQUAL 1 .Non-covered charge(s). enter correct amount. 96 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because charges have been paid by another payer. For Medicaid to consider payment of the claim. enter correct amount. correct and resubmit.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Coinsurance Amount 17 . If the amounts are correct. Contact your program representative.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. M54-Missing/incomplete/invalid total charges CARC RARC Resolution Verify that the coinsurance amount is correct.
642
672
673
REJECT LOC 6 EXCLUDES SWING BEDS NH RATE . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. the Medicare coinsurance and deductible must be present.
690
OTHER SOURCES AMT MORE THAN MEDICAID AMT
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Verify the dollar amount in amount received insurance (field 28) and the amount paid (field 26).Deductible Amount 2 . no payment is due from Medicaid ― discard the ECF. CARCS/RARCS. If not correct.
N153-Missing/incomplete/invalid room and board rate
Contact your program representative. 23 .PAT DAY INC NOT = PAT DAY RATE
Contact your program representative.
674
17 . ADA CLAIM: Verify the dollar amount in amount received insurance (field 26) and the amount paid (field 24).

Check the diagnosis code in field 67 to be sure it is correct. CARCS/RARCS.
701
SECONDARY/ OTHER DIAG CODE NOT ON FILE
703
RECIP AGE/PRIM/PRINCIPA L DIAG INCONSIST
MA63 .Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code. The secondary diagnosis code appears in field 67 A-Q. Contact your county Medicaid office if your records indicate a different date of birth. Make sure the number matches the patient served.The diagnosis is inconsistent with the patient's age. Check the diagnosis code in field 67 with the ICD-9 manual.
Appendix 1-43
. Mark through the existing code and write in the correct code.Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code. M64 . Make sure the number matches the patient served. 17 . Field 10 indicates the date of birth in our system as of the claim run date. (including fifth digit sub-classification when listed). Check the diagnosis code in field 8 with Volume I of the ICD-9 manual. Make the appropriate correction to the patient Medicaid number in field 2 or the diagnosis code in field 8. UB CLAIM: Medicaid requires the complete diagnosis code as specified in the current edition of the ICD-9-CM manual. The secondary diagnosis code appears in field 9. Contact your county Medicaid office if your records indicate a different date of birth. Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Medicaid requires the complete diagnosis code as specified in the current edition of Volume I of the ICD 9-CM manual. RARC MA63 . 9 . CMS-1500 CLAIM: Follow the resolution for edit code 700.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. (including fifth digit sub-classification when listed). Mark through the existing code and write in the correct code. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 700 Description PRIMARY/PRINCIPAL DIAG CODE NOT ON FILE CARC 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Make the appropriate correction to the patient Medicaid number in field 60 or the diagnosis code in field 67. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 2. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Incomplete/invalid other diagnosis code. Field 11 indicates the date of birth in our system as of the claim run date. A common error is entering another family member’s number. UB CLAIM: Follow the resolution for edit code 700.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. UB CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 60. Check the diagnosis code in field 8 to be sure it is correct. A common error is entering another family member’s number.

Check the diagnosis code in field 8 to be sure it is correct. Make the appropriate correction to the patient Medicaid number in field 2 or the secondary diagnosis code in field 9.Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code. A common error is entering another family member’s number. Make sure the number matches the patient served.
Appendix 1-44
. A common error is entering another family member’s number. Check the secondary diagnosis code in field 9 to be sure it is correct. 705 RECIP SEX/PRIM/PRINCIPA L DIAG INCONSIST 10 . Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 2. Make sure the number matches the patient served. RARC M64 . Make the appropriate correction to the patient Medicaid number in field 2 or the diagnosis code in field 8. Contact your county Medicaid office if your records indicate a different date of birth. Field 11 indicates the date of birth in our system as of the claim run date.The diagnosis is inconsistent with the patient's gender. Check the secondary diagnosis code(s) in fields 67 A-Q to be sure it is correct. MA63 . Contact your county Medicaid office if your records indicate a different date of birth. UB CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 60. Contact your county Medicaid office if your records indicate a different sex. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 704 Description RECIP AGE/SECONDARY/O THER DIAG INCONSIST CARC 9 . A common error is entering another family member’s number.Incomplete/invalid other diagnosis code. Check the diagnosis code in field 67 to be sure it is correct.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. A common error is entering another family member’s number. Make sure the number matches the patient served. Make sure the number matches the patient served. Make the appropriate correction to the patient Medicaid number in field 60 or the diagnosis code in field 67. UB CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 60. CARCS/RARCS. Field 10 indicates the date of birth in our system as of the claim run date. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 2. Contact your county Medicaid office if your records indicate a different sex.The diagnosis is inconsistent with the patient's age. Make the appropriate correction to the patient Medicaid number in field 60 or the secondary diagnosis code(s) in fields 67 A-Q.

M51-Missing/Incomplete/invalid procedure code Check the most current manual.DIAG. 17 . MA63 . UB CLAIM: Medicaid requires a complete diagnosis code as specified in the current edition of the ICD-9 manual.Incomplete/invalid principal diagnosis code. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Contact your county Medicaid office if your records indicate a different sex. M64 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 96 . CMS-1500 CLAIM: Please enter prior authorization number in field 3. Check the secondary diagnosis code(s) in fields 67 A-Q to be sure it is correct. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. UB CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 60.Non-covered charge(s). The diagnosis code in field 67 requires a fourth or fifth digit. RARC M64 . A common error is entering another family member’s number. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 706 Description RECIP SEX/SECONDARY/O THER DIAG INCONSIST CARC 10 . CARCS/RARCS.
Appendix 1-45
.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Make sure the number matches the patient served. 707 PRIN.Incomplete/invalid other diagnosis code. UB CLAIM: Please enter prior authorization number in field 63. contact your program representative for assistance. If the procedure code on your ECF is incorrect. Mark through the existing diagnosis code and write in the entire correct code. The diagnosis code in field 8 requires a fourth or fifth digit.Incomplete/invalid other diagnosis code. Make the appropriate correction to the patient Medicaid number in field 60 or the secondary diagnosis code(s) in fields 67 A-Q. Mark through the existing diagnosis code and write in the entire correct code UB CLAIM: Medicaid requires a complete diagnosis code as specified in the current edition of the ICD-9 manual. Contact your county Medicaid office if your records indicate a different sex. If you are confident that the code is correct. Make sure the number matches the patient served. or exceeded precertification/authorization. Make the appropriate correction to the patient Medicaid number in field 2 or the secondary diagnosis code in field 9. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Medicaid requires a complete diagnosis code as specified in the current edition of the ICD-9 manual. NOW REQUIRES 4TH OR 5TH DIGIT 17 . DIAG. The diagnosis code(s) in fields 67 A-Q requires a fourth or fifth digit. NOW REQUIRES 4TH OR 5TH DIGIT
709
SERV/PROC CODE NOT ON REFERENCE FILE SERV/PROC/DRUG REQUIRES PA-NO NUM ON CLM
710
62 . The diagnosis code in field 9 requires a fourth or fifth digit. A common error is entering another family member’s number.
708
SEC. Mark through the existing diagnosis code and write in the entire correct code. Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 2.Payments denied/reduced for absence of. Mark through the existing diagnosis code and write in the entire correct code. ADA CLAIM: Please enter prior authorization number in field 2. Check the secondary diagnosis code in field 9 to be sure it is correct.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. mark through the code and write in the correct code. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Medicaid requires a complete diagnosis code as specified in the current edition of the ICD-9 manual.The diagnosis is inconsistent with the patient's gender.

check the procedure code to be sure it is correct. Field 12 shows the patient’s sex indicated in our system. If you feel the edit is invalid.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. UB CLAIM: Follow the resolution for edit code 711. Change the procedure code if it is incorrect. Resolution Verify the patient’s Medicaid number in field 2 and the procedure code in field 17. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Follow the resolution for edit code 711.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. The top of the ECF indicates the date of birth in our system as of the claim run date. Compare the date of birth to the procedure code billed. attach justification to the ECF supporting the service(s) billed and resubmit to your program representative. Make the appropriate correction if applicable. attach justification to the ECF supporting the service(s) billed and resubmit to your program representative. If there is a discrepancy. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check the number of units in field 22 on the specified line to be sure the correct number of units has been entered on the ECF. mark through the existing number and enter the correct number. If the number of units is incorrect. If the number of units is incorrect. ADA CLAIM: Field 10 shows the patient's date of birth indicated in our system. check the procedure code to be sure it is correct. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 711 Description RECIP SEX SERV/PROC/DRUG INCONSISTENT CARC 17 .
Appendix 1-46
.
712
RECIP AGE-PROC INCONSIST/NOT DMR RECIP
6 . Field 11 shows the patient’s date of birth indicated in our system. mark through the existing number and enter the correct number.The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient's age. 713 NUM OF BILLINGS FOR SERV EXCEEDS LIMIT 151 . contact your county Medicaid office to correct the sex on the patient’s file and resubmit the ECF with a note stating the Medicaid office is correcting the sex code on the patient file.Payment adjusted because the payer deems the information submitted does not support this many services. UB CLAIM: Verify the recipient's Medicaid number in field 60 and the procedure code in field 44. CARCS/RARCS. Notify the local Medicaid office of discrepancies. If this is a replacement claim. Contact your program representative with any discrepancies. UB CLAIM: The system has already paid for the procedure entered in field 44. A common error is entering another family member’s Medicaid number. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. RARC MA39 . send the ECF with a note to your program representative. If the number of units is correct. Verify the procedure is correct.Incomplete/invalid patient's sex. Make sure the number matches the patient served. Change the procedure code if it is incorrect. If you feel the edit is invalid. ADA CLAIM: Check the number of units in field 20 on the specified line to be sure the correct number of units has been entered on the ECF. If the number of units is correct.

If you feel they are correct and that the edit is invalid.The procedure code is inconsistent with the provider type/ specialty (taxonomy). Resolution Attach pertinent documentation to the ECF and resubmit. return ECF with documentation. make the appropriate correction on the indicated line. If incorrect. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check the procedure code in field 17 and the date of service in field 15 on the indicated line to be sure both are correct. If correct. ADA CLAIM: Check the procedure code in field 18 and the date of service in field 14 on the indicated line to be sure both are correct. If incorrect. 5 . attach documentation verifying the procedure was done in that place of service. If you feel they are correct and that the edit is invalid.
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Verify that the correct code in field 17 or 19 was billed. The procedure code may have been deleted from the program or changed to another procedure code. If you are unsure what documentation is needed. make the appropriate correction. make the appropriate correction. ADA CLAIM: Check the procedure code in field 18 and the place of service code in field 17 to be sure that they are correct. return ECF with documentation. If incorrect. ADA CLAIM: Verify that the correct code in field 18 was billed.Payment denied because this procedure code/modifier was invalid on the date of service or claim submission.
716
PROV TYPE INCONSISTENT WITH PROC CODE
8 .
715
PLACE OF SERVICE/PROC CODE INCONSISTENT
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check the procedure code in field 17 and the place of service code in field 16 to be sure that they are correct. attach documentation verifying the procedure was done in that place of service. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 714 Description SERV/PROC/DRUG REQUIRES DOCMAN REVIEW CARC 17 . CARCS/RARCS.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. If correct.
717
SERV/PROC/DRUG NOT COVERED ON DOS
B18 . make the appropriate correction on the indicated line.The procedure code/bill type is inconsistent with the place of service. RARC N102-This claim has been denied without reviewing the medical record because the requested records were not received or were not received timely. The procedure code may have been deleted from the program or changed to another procedure code. If incorrect. call or write to your program representative. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
Appendix 1-47
.

Appendix 1-48
. Resubmit this claim to this payer to provide adequate data to adjudication M78-Missing/incomplete/invalid HCPCS modifier
Pricing record not found for the specific procedure code and modifier being billed. and provider specialties. strike through the incorrect information and write the correct information in red..
721
CROSSOVER PRICING RECORD NOT FOUND
N8-Crossover claim denied by previous payer and complete claim data not forwarded. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. CARCS/RARCS. If correct.Missing or invalid tooth surface information. If these are submitted in the wrong combination. For further assistance.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. make the appropriate change. 133 .The disposition of this claim/service is pending further review. the system searches but cannot “find” a price. and the line will automatically reject with edit code 722. mark through the incorrect number and write the correct number in red.
720
MODIFIER 22 REQUIRES ADD'L DOCUMENT
17 . (i.
719
SERV/PROC/DRUG ON PREPAYMENT REVIEW
M87-Claim/service subjected to CFO-CAP prepayment in review
Check the prior approval. Procedure Code/Modifier). please contact your program representative. If incorrect. or a required modifier is missing.Tooth number/letter required. Return ECF with documentation and statement of justification of unusual procedural services to your program representative. Resolution The procedure requires either a tooth number and/or surface information in fields 15 and 16 on the ECF. return ECF to your program representative with support documentation. as you did not submit documentation to justify modifier 22.
Verify that the correct procedure code and modifier were submitted. If the number is not correct.
722
PROC MODIFIER and SPEC PRICING NOT ON FILE
4 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. N75 .South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.The procedure code is inconsistent with the modifier used. Please verify that correct procedure code and modifier were submitted. RARC N37 . If information on the claim does not match the information on the prior approval. modifiers.e.Paid at the regular rate. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 718 Description PROC REQUIRES TOOTH NUMBER/SURFACE INFO CARC 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Note: The Medicaid pricing system is programmed specifically for procedure codes. A1 – Claim denied charges
M69 .

scdhhs.gov.scdhhs.gov. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Incomplete/invalid. including “not otherwise classified” or “unlisted” procedure codes submitted without a narrative description or the description is insufficient.scdhhs. Enter the correct carrier code in field 22 on ECF and resubmit.
Appendix 1-49
.Incomplete/invalid provider payer identification.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. CARCS/RARCS. ADA CLAIM: Check the procedure code in field 18 and the date of service in field 14 to verify their accuracy.”) M56 .South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. refer to Item 19 on the HCFA1500 instructions. Enter the correct carrier code in field 24 and resubmit. (Add to message by Medicare carriers only: “Refer to the HCPCS Directory. Enter the correct carrier code in field 50 on the ECF and resubmit.
727
DELETED PROCEDURE CODE/CK CPT MANUAL
M51 . procedure code(s) and/or rates.
732
PAYER ID NUMBER NOT ON FILE
22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits.
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Refer to codes listed under INSURANCE POLICY INFORMATION on ECF or the carrier code list in this manual or on the SC DHHS website at http://www.gov. ADA CLAIM: Refer to codes listed under INSURANCE POLICY INFORMATION on ECF or the carrier code list in this manual or on the SC DHHS website at http://www. RARC M53 –Missing / incomplete / invalid days or units of service. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 17 . Resolution Contact your program representative.
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check the procedure code in field 17 and the date of service in field 15 to verify their accuracy. UB CLAIM: Check the procedure code in field 44 and the date of service in field 45 to verify their accuracy. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 724 Description PROCEDURE CODE REQUIRES BILLING IN WHOLE UNITS CARC 17 – Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/incomplete. If an appropriate procedure code(s) does not exist. UB CLAIM: Refer to codes listed under INSURANCE POLICY INFORMATION on ECF or the carrier code list in this manual or on the SC DHHS website at http://www.

however.00 in field 26. PYMT OR DENIAL MISSING CARC 22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. delete information entered in fields 25 and 26 by drawing a red line through it. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. there should be no TPL denial indicator.
Appendix 1-50
. Adjust the net charge in field 26. put a “1” (denial indicator) in field 4 and 0.) by either primary insurance carrier. If no third party insurance was involved. there should be no TPL denial indicator. If all carriers have made payments.Did not complete or enter the appropriate number (one or more) of days or unit(s) of service. If all carriers have made payments. The revenue code listed in field 42 requires units of service in field 46.Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information. If payment is made enter the amount in field 54.e.00 in field 26. CARCS/RARCS.
On inpatient claims w/ revenue codes 360 OR. etc. 17 – Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/incomplete. 710 Recovery Room. applied to the deductible.) by either primary insurance carrier. delete information entered in fields 24 and 25 by drawing a red line through it. RARC MA92 . there should be a TPL denial indicator in field 4.. If payment is made.. If payment is denied (i. there should be a TPL denial indicator in field 5. 719 Other Recovery Room or 722 Delivery Room. If payment is made. If no third party insurance was involved. remove the “1” from field 5 and enter the amount(s) paid in fields 25 and 27. an ICD-9 surgical code is required in fields 74 A-E.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. applied to the deductible.
735
REVENUE CODE REQUIRES AN ICD9 SURGICAL PROCEDURE OR DELIVERY DIAGNOSIS CODE
M76 – Incomplete/invalid patient’s diagnosis(es) and condition(s). Adjust the net charge in field 27.e. If payment is denied (i. put a “1” (denial indicator) in field 5 and 0. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remark codes whenever appropriate.00 in field 54. there should be a TPL occurrence code and date in fields 31-34. or 369 OR-Other. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 733 Description INS INFO CODED. Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: If any third-party insurer has not made a payment.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. 734 REVENUE CODE REQUIRES UNITS 17 . UB CLAIM: If any third-party insurer has not made a payment. policy lapsed. On inpatient claims w/ revenue codes 370 Anesthesia. a delivery diagnosis code is required in fields 67 A-Q or an ICD-9 surgical code is required in fields 74 A-E. etc. M53 . policy lapsed. remove the “1” from field 4 and enter the amount(s) paid in fields 26 and 28. 361 OR-Minor. If payment is denied show 0. ADA CLAIM: If any third-party insurer has not made a payment.

Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. invalid or does not apply to billed services or provider. invalid or does not apply to billed services or provider. The two digits in front of the edit code identify which surgical procedure code is not on file.
738
PRINCIPAL SURG PROC REQUIRES PA/NO PA #
Attach documentation (operative note and discharge summary) to the ECF and return. 7 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Make sure the number matches the recipient served.Incomplete/invalid principal procedure code and/ or date.Payment adjusted because the submitted authorization number is missing.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient’s gender.
737
OTHER SURGICAL PROCEDURE NOT ON FILE
M67 . Check the recipient's sex listed on the ECF.Payment adjusted because the submitted authorization number is missing. 15 . If correct. send the ECF to your program representative. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. If incorrect.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Incomplete/invalid other procedure code(s) and/ or date(s). Make the appropriate correction if applicable.
739
OTHER SURG PROC REQUIRES PA/NO PA NUMBER
Follow the resolution for edit 738. contact your county Medicaid office to correct the sex on the recipient's file. A common error is entering another family member's Medicaid number. 15 . The two digits in front of the edit identify which other surgical procedure requires the prior authorization number.
Appendix 1-51
.
Follow the resolution for edit code 736. as this may be a non-covered service.
740
RECIP SEX/PRINCIPAL SURG PROC INCONSIST
Verify the recipient's Medicaid number (field 60) and the procedure code in field 74. After Medicaid has made the correction. contact your program representative. RARC MA66 . 17 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 736 Description PRINCIPAL SURGICAL PROCEDURE NOT ON FILE CARC 17 . Resolution Verify the correct procedure code was submitted. CARCS/RARCS. If there is a discrepancy. make the appropriate change.

send the ECF with a note to your program representative. 743 RECIPIENT AGE/OTHER SURG PROC INCONSIST PRINCIPAL SURG PROC EXCEEDS FREQ LIMIT OTHER SURG PROC EXCEEDS FREQ LIMIT PRINCIPAL SURG PROC REQUIRES DOC 6 .E is inconsistent with the recipient's age. CARCS/RARCS.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Verify the procedure code is correct. Make sure the number matches the recipient served.The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient’s gender. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. The system has already paid for the procedure entered in field 74.E is inconsistent with the recipient's sex. Follow the resolution for edit code 746. SC 29202-8206 Documentation will not be reviewed or retained by Medicaid until the provider corrects all other edits. Make the appropriate correction if applicable.The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient’s age. Attach documentation (discharge summary and operative note only) for the principal surgical procedure in field 74 to the ECF and return to the following address: DHHS Division of Hospitals Attention: Medical Service Review PO Box 8206 Columbia. The two digits in front of the edit code identify which other surgical procedure code in field 74 A . Verify the recipient's Medicaid ID number (field 60) and the procedure code in field 74. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 741 Description RECIP SEX/OTHER SURG PROC INCONSISTENT RECIP AGE/PRINCIPAL SURG PROC INCONSIST CARC 7 . 96 . A common error is entering another family member's Medicaid number. If this is a replacement claim.
Appendix 1-52
. Follow the resolution for edit code 742. send the ECF to your program representative. After Medicaid has made the correction.Non-covered charge(s).
742
746
747
96 . The two digits in front of the edit code identify which other surgical procedure's (field 74 A . 6 . Check the recipient's date of birth listed on the ECF. N102-This claim has been denied without reviewing the medical record because the requested records were not received or were not received timely.E) frequency limitation has been exceeded.Non-covered charge(s). If there is a discrepancy. The two digits in front of the edit code identify which other surgical procedure code in field 74 A .
748
17 . Always refer to Sections 2 and 3 for specific Medicaid coverage guidelines and documentation requirements. contact your county Medicaid office to correct the date of birth on the recipient's file.The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient’s age. RARC Resolution Follow resolution for edit code 740.

Follow the resolution for edit code 752. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. M50 .Incomplete/invalid revenue code(s). AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 749 Description OTHER SURG PROC REQUIRES DOC/MAN REVIEW CARC 17 . The two digits in front of the edit code identify which other surgical procedure code in field 74 A . RARC N102-This claim has been denied without reviewing the medical record because the requested records were not received or were not received timely.The disposition of this claim/service is pending further review.
750
PRIN SURG PROC NOT COV OR NOT COV ON DOS
Check the procedure code in field 74 and the date of service to verify their accuracy.
753
754
755
REVENUE CODE REQUIRES PA/PEND FOR REVIEW
Please enter prior authorization number in field 63 on ECF and resubmit. The two digits in front of the edit code identify which other surgical procedure code in field 74 A . Documentation will not be reviewed or retained by Medicaid until the provider corrects all other edits. Check to see if the procedure code in field 74 is listed on the non-covered surgical procedures list in this manual. Check the most recent addition of the ICD to be sure the code you are using has not been deleted or changed to another code. Always refer to Sections 2 and 3 for specific Medicaid coverage guidelines and documentation requirements.Non-covered charge(s). 133 .The disposition of this claim/service is pending further review.Non-covered charge(s). 133 .
Appendix 1-53
. Two digits in front of the edit code identify which other surgical procedure requires documentation. CARCS/RARCS. Verify revenue code.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Resolution Follow the resolution for edit code 748 for the other surgical procedure in field 74 A-E.
752
133 .E is not medically necessary or on review. 96 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Follow the resolution for edit code 750.The disposition of this claim/service is pending further review.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.E is not covered on the date of service. 17 .
751
OTHER SURG PROC NOT COV/NOT COV ON DOS PRINCIPAL SURGICAL PROCEDURE ON REVIEW OTHER SURGICAL PROCEDURE ON REVIEW REVENUE CODE NOT ON FILE
96 . Revenue code is invalid. Attach documentation which supports the principal surgical procedure in field 74 (discharge summary and operative notes) to the ECF and return to the address on the ECF.

Payment adjusted because the submitted authorization number is missing.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. If the diagnosis code is correct.
759
SEC/OTHER DIAG REQUIRES DOC/MAN REVIEW
N223-Missing documentation of benefit to the patient during the initial treatment period. or does not apply to the billed services or provider. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. UB CLAIM: Enter prior authorization number in field 63 on ECF.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. invalid. 15 . If the diagnosis code is correct.Non-covered charge(s).) to ECF and resubmit. UB CLAIM: Enter prior authorization number in field 63 on ECF. 17 . N223-Missing documentation of benefit to the patient during the initial treatment period. invalid. chart notes.Payment adjusted because the submitted authorization number is missing.e.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Check the current ICD-9 manual to verify that the secondary or other diagnosis is correctly coded. then it is not covered. chart notes. operative report. RARC Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter prior authorization number in field 3 on ECF. or does not apply to the billed services or provider. etc.
760
PRIMARY DIAG CODE NOT COVERED ON DOS SEC/OTHER DIAG CODE NOT COVERED ON DOS
Check the current ICD-9 manual to verify that the primary diagnosis is correctly coded.) to ECF and resubmit. then it is not covered. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 756 Description PRINCIPAL DIAG REQUIRES PA/NO PA NUMBER CARC 15 . etc.
758
PRIM/PRINCIPAL DIAG REQUIRES DOC
If primary diagnosis is correct. operative report.Non-covered charge(s).
If primary diagnosis is correct. CARCS/RARCS. 17 .
757
OTHER DIAG REQUIRES PA/NO PA NUMBER
CMS-1500 CLAIM: Enter prior authorization number in field 3 on ECF.
761
96 .
Appendix 1-54
.e. 96 . attach pertinent documentation (i. attach pertinent documentation (i.

The disposition of this claim/service is pending further review. A common error is entering another family member's number.
763
OTHER DIAG ON REVIEW/MANUAL REVIEW REVENUE CODE REQUIRES DOC/MANUAL REVIEW
133 . send the ECF to your program representative. Make the appropriate correction to the recipient number or to the revenue code in field 42.The disposition of this claim/service is pending further review. CARCS/RARCS. physical. SC 29202-8206 Follow the resolution for edit code 762. After the county Medicaid Eligibility office has made the correction. N102-This claim has been denied without reviewing the medical record because the requested records were not received or were received timely. Please attach pertinent documentation to ECF and resubmit. and discharge summary) for review to the following address: DHHS Division of Hospitals Attention: Medical Service Review PO Box 8206 Columbia. If the code is correct. The two digits before the edit code identify which other diagnosis code in fields 67 A-Q requires manual review by DHHS. 17 . mark through the code with red ink and write in the correct code. Make sure the number matches the recipient served. 6 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 762 Description PRINCIPAL DIAG ON REVIEW/MANUAL REVIEW CARC 133 . RARC Resolution Return ECF with required documentation (history. Check the revenue code in field 42 to be sure it is correct.
764
765
RECIPIENT AGE/REVENUE CODE INCONSIST
Check the recipient's Medicaid ID number.
766
NEED TO PRICE OP SURG
Appendix 1-55
. If the procedure code on the ECF is incorrect. resubmit the ECF with documentation (operative notes. Verify that the correct procedure code was entered in field 44.The procedure/revenue code is inconsistent with the patient’s age. The date of birth on the ECF indicates the date of birth in our system as of the claim run date. Call your county Medicaid Eligibility office if your records indicate a different date of birth. discharge summary) to your program representative.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.

If correct. B7 . or a lab provider. this edit is not correctable. If correct.
Verify the number of units in field 22 is correct.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. attach anesthesia records to the ECF and resubmit. RARC MA65 .This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. If the edit appears unjustified or an assistant surgeon was medically necessary.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. If not.Incomplete/invalid admitting diagnosis.
Appendix 1-56
. attach FDA certificate to the ECF and resubmit. make the appropriate correction.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 768 Description ADMIT DIAGNOSIS CODE NOT ON FILE CARC 17 .
769
ASST. attach documentation to the ECF to justify the assistant surgeon and resubmit for review. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Verify the procedure code in field 17. If you are not a certified mammography provider. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. B7 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. or a lab provider. If correct. SURGEON NOT ALLOWED FOR PROC CODE PROV NOT CERTIFIED TO PERFORM THIS SERV
Procedure does not allow reimbursement for assistant surgeon.This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. ADA CLAIM: Verify the procedure code in field 18.
M53 . If you are not a certified mammography provider.Did not complete or enter the appropriate number (one or more) day(s) or unit(s) of service. CARCS/RARCS. Resolution Follow the resolution for edit code 700. attach FDA certificate to the ECF and resubmit. this edit code is not correctable.
771
772
ANESTHESIA UNITS NOT IN MIN/MAX RANGE
17 .

Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. If an appropriate procedure code(s) does not exist. N63-Rebill services on separate claim lines. enter the correct code in field 17 on the ECF and resubmit.
Prior payment (field 54) for a carrier secondary to Medicaid should not appear on claim. CARCS/RARCS. Add a line to the ECF to reflect days billed on or after 07/01.
Appendix 1-57
.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 773 Description INAPPROPRIATE PROCEDURE CODE USED CARC 17 .Secondary payment cannot be considered without the identity of or payment information from the primary payer.Incomplete/invalid.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Payments denied/reduced for absence of. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. RARC M51 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 62 . including “not otherwise classified” or “unlisted” procedure codes submitted without a narrative description or the description is insufficient. 17 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Refer to the Alcohol and Drug Services section in the provider manual for instructions or call toll free at (800) 374-1390 or in the Columbia area at (803) 896-5988.
779
PA REQUIRED ON INP UB WITH DAODAS DRG
A prior authorization must be obtained. If incorrect. (Add to message by Medicare carriers only: “Refer to the HCPCS Directory. procedure code(s) and/or rates. refer to Item 19 on the HCFA1500 instructions. or exceeded precertification/authorization.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. The information was either not reported or was illegible. Change the units in field 22 to reflect days billed on or before 6/30.
778
SEC CARRIER PRIOR PAYMENT NOT ALLOWED
MA04 . 774 LINE ITEM SERV CROSSES STATE FISCAL YEAR 17 . Resolution Verify the procedure code in field 17.”) N56 – Procedure code billed is not correct for the service billed.

South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. or exceeded. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. precertification/authorization.Subjected to review of physician evaluation and management services.PROC REQ PRE-SURG JUSTIFY PRIN SURG PROC NOT CLASSEDMANUAL REVIEW
62 . (Add to message by Medicare carriers only: “Refer to the HCPCS Directory. Enter the appropriate CPT/HCPCS code in field 44. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 780 Description REVENUE CODE REQUIRES PROCEDURE CODE CARC 17 . If the procedure code on the ECF is incorrect.Subjected to review of physician evaluation and management services. procedure code(s) and/or rates. CARCS/RARCS. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.
Follow the resolution for edit code 791. including "not otherwise classified" or "unlisted" procedure codes submitted without a narrative description or the description is insufficient. resubmit the ECF with documentation (operative note and discharge summary) to your program representative.
791
792
OTHER SURG PROC NOT CLASSED MANUAL REV
M85 . The two digits in front of the edit identify which other procedure code has not been classed. 17 . If an appropriate procedure code(s) does not exist. If you are confident that the code is correct. 17 .Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. a prior authorization number from QIO must be entered in field 63. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. refer to Item 19 on the HCFA1500 instructions. RARC M51 .”) Resolution Some revenue codes (field 42) require a CPT/HCPCS code in field 44.Payments denied/reduced for absence of.Incomplete/invalid. mark through the code and write in the correct code. A list of revenue codes that require a CPT/HCPCS code is located under the outpatient hospital section in the provider manual.
Appendix 1-58
.
When type of admission (field 14) is elective.
786
ELECTIVE ADMIT. Verify that the correct procedure code was entered in field 74.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. and the procedure requires prior authorization. M85 .

Payment denied/reduced for absence of. or exceeded precertification/authorization.Payment denied/reduced for absence of.Payment denied/reduced for absence of. or exceeded. A1 – claim / Service denied. UB CLAIM: Contact CMR for authorization number.
797
798
799
808
Contact your program area representative. If correct.
Enter the prior authorization number from Form 254 in field 63 on the claim form and resubmit. Enter authorization number in field 63 on the ECF. RARC N65-Procedure code or procedure rate count cannot be determined.
796
PRINC DIAG NOT ASSIGNED LEVELMAN REVIEW OTHER DIAG NOT ASSIGNED LEVELMAN REVIEW SURGERY PROCEDURE REQUIRES PA# FROM CMR OP PRIN/OTHER PROC REQ QIO APPROVAL HEALTH OPPORTUNITY ACCOUNT (HOA) IN DEDUCTIBLE PERIOD RTF SERVICES REQUIRE PA
Verify that the correct diagnosis code (field 67) was submitted. Enter PA number in field 63. mark through the code and write in the correct code. 62 . or exceeded. 62 . Enter authorization number in field 3 on the ECF. return the ECF to your program representative with support documentation. Follow the resolution for edit code 796. 133 .South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. MA07 – The claim information has also been forwarded to Medicaid for review. If the procedure code on the ECF is incorrect.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. make the appropriate change.
843
62 . 133 . precertification/authorization. Resolution Verify that the correct procedure code and date of service was entered. The two digits in front of the edit code identify which other diagnosis code has not been assigned a level. CARCS/RARCS. or exceeded. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 795 Description SURG RATE CLASS/NOT ON FILE-NOT COV DOS CARC 17 . precertification/authorization. precertification/authorization. 62 .
Appendix 1-59
.The disposition of this claim/service is pending further review. If incorrect. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. If you are confident that the code is correct. Prior authorization is required from QIO. resubmit the ECF with documentation (operative note and discharge summary) to your program representative. or was not on file.
844
IMD SERVICES REQUIRE PA
Enter the prior authorization number from Form 254 in field 63 on the claim form and resubmit.Payment denied/reduced for absence of.The disposition of this claim/service is pending further review. for the date of service/provider. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Contact CMR for authorization number.

852
DUPLICATE PROV/ SERV FOR DATE OF SERVICE
B13 . Review the ECF for payment date. PROVIDER SPEC and DIAGNOSIS
B1 . 2.
851
18 . CARCS/RARCS. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment. If two of the same procedures were performed on the same date of service and only one procedure was paid. 2. discard the ECF. attach support documentation and resubmit. Review the ECF for payment date. on the right side under other edit information. 1. The second provider of the same practice specialty will not be reimbursed for services rendered for the same diagnosis.
Appendix 1-60
. the first provider will be paid. on the right side under other edit information.. make the appropriate change to the modifier (field 18) to indicate a repeat procedure (i. If the prefix is incorrect. If there is no PA number on the ECF. If any other problems occur. If a PA number is on the ECF.
850
HOME HEALTH VISITS FREQUENCY EXCEEDED DUP SERVICE. in red. If two or more of the same procedures for the same date of service should have been paid and you only received payment for the first. If correct. discard the ECF. Check the patient’s financial record to see if payment was received. RARC Resolution Examine field 3 on the ECF.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. The PA number may be found on the DHHS Form 252/254. cross through the incorrect number and enter the correct PA number in red. attach supporting documentation and resubmit. which appears within a block named Claims/Line Payment Information. 3. If so. check to be sure the PA number matches the number on the form 252/254. WJ or 51). which appears within a block named Claims/Line Payment Information. in field 3 on the ECF.Duplicate Claim/service. or exceeded. 76. If three or more of the same procedures are done on the same date.NON-Covered visits. Discard the ECF.
Verify that the procedure code and the diagnosis code were billed correctly. precertification/authorization. All other provider/claim types: Contact your program representative.Payment denied/reduced for absence of. make the appropriate corrections. FOR PHYSICIANS: 1.e. 3. contact your program representative. Check the patient’s financial record to see whether payment was received. If incorrect. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 845 Description BH SERVICES REQUIRE PA CARC 62 .Previously paid. enter the PA number. If so.

South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Duplicate claim/service.Pre-/post-operative care payment is included in the allowance for the surgery/procedure. The two-digit number in front of the edit code identifies which line of field 42 or 44 contains the duplicate code. Duplicate revenue or CPT/HCPCS codes should be combined into one line by deleting the whole duplicate line and adding the units and charges to the other line. in field 18 on the ECF and resubmit. if the visit and surgery are non-related. M144 . If the visit is related to the surgery and is on the ECF with other payable lines. 24 or 25. radiologist. disregard the ECF. If none of the above circumstances apply. 18 . or. resubmit ECF with documentation to your program manager.
855
SURG PROC/PAID VISIT/TIME LIMIT CONFLICT
Either request recoupment of the visit to pay the surgery. draw a red line through the line with the 854 edit and resubmit. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. attach documentation and resubmit.
854
VISIT WITHIN SURG PKG TIME LIMITATION
If the visit is related to the surgery and is the only line on the ECF. 151 .
857
DUP LINE – REV CODE. enter the appropriate modifier. Make appropriate changes to ECF and resubmit. If no modifier is applicable. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 853 Description DUPLICATE SERV/DOS FROM MULTIPLE PROV CARC B20 . CARCS/RARCS. or a cardiologist. If the visit is unrelated to the surgical package. 17 . RARC Resolution Medicaid will not reimburse a physician if the procedure was also performed by a laboratory. The visit will not be paid. etc.Payment adjusted because procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider.Payment adjusted because the payer deems the information submitted does not support this many services. send documentation with ECF to justify the circumstances.
Appendix 1-61
. assistant surgeon. Contact your program representative.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. and field is correct. MODIFIER
858
TRANSFER TO ANOTHER INSTITUTION DETECTED
B20 . and the appropriate modifier is used to indicate different operative session. This indicates you do not expect payment for this line. surgical team.
856
2 PRIM SURGEON BILLING FOR SAME PROC/DOS
Check to see if individual provider number (in field 19 on the ECF) is correct. B20 . PROC CODE.Payment adjusted because procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider. DOS.Payment adjusted because procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider.

866
NURS HOME CLAIM DATES OF SERVICE OVERLAP
Appendix 1-62
.Previously paid. M80 . discard the ECF. You have been paid for this procedure with a different modifier. RARC Resolution Check the claims/line payment info box on the right of your ECF for the dates of previous payments that conflict with this claim. This edit most frequently occurs with a transfer from one hospital to another. If services were not done on the same date of service. If the paid claim is correct. Itemized statements for both the paid claim and new claim(s) with an inquiry form explaining the situation should be attached and sent to your program representative.Previously paid. the claim may be duplicating against another provider's Medicare primary inpatient or outpatient claim.Duplicate Claim/service.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Check the claims/line payment information box on the right of the ECF for the dates of paid claims that conflict with this claim. Send a replacement claim if it will result in a different payment amount. or a change in the outpatient reimbursement type.Payment adjusted because procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider. The provider must send in the ECF with the Medicare EMB to the program representative.
865
DUP PROC/SAME DOS/DIFF ANES MOD
B13 . enter the correct dates of service and return the ECF. Payment changes usually occur when there is a change in the inpatient DRG or reimbursement type. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment. One or both of the hospitals entered the wrong "from" or "through" dates. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 859 Description DUPLICATE PROVIDER FOR DATES OF SERVICE CARC 18 . If dates are correct. forward the ECF with documentation (discharge summary. or ambulance document) to your program representative. transfer document. If this is a duplicate claim or if the additional charges do not change the payment amount disregard the ECF. 863 DUPLICATE PROV/SERV FOR DATES OF SERVICE B13 . Verify the date(s) of service.Previously paid. contact your program representative.Not covered when performed during the same session/date as a previously processed service for patient. If the paid claim is incorrect. If the claim has a 618 carrier code in field 50. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment. If incorrect.
860
RECIP SERV FROM MULTI PROV FOR SAME DOS
B20 . If all charges are paid for the date(s) of service disregard ECF. or against the provider's own Medicare primary inpatient or outpatient claim. If additional services were performed on the same day and will result in a different payment amount. Verify by the anesthesia record the correct modifier. CARCS/RARCS. complete a replacement claim. B13 . Contact your program representative. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment. a new claim should be filed with the correct date of service.

surgical team.Not covered when performed during the same session/date as a previously processed service for patient. If it has. Enter appropriate modifiers to indicate different operative sessions. attach op note and remittance advice from original claim to ECF and send to your program representative. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment.
887
PROV SUBMITTING MULT CLAIMS FOR SURGERY
B13 .
885
Verify which surgeon was primary and which was the assistant.
868
877
This edit indicates payment has been made for a primary surgical procedure at 100%. Call your program representative if you have questions. Check the individual provider number in field 19. If you have been paid as primary surgeon and should be paid as the assistant. Submit ECF with documentation to your program representative. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. An adjustment cannot be made on a previously voided claim.
883
CARE CALL SERVICE BILLED OUTSIDE THE CARE CALL SYSTEM OVERLAPPING PROCEDURES (SERVICES) SAME DOS/SAME PROVIDER PROVIDER BILLED AS ASST and PRIMARY SURGEO
B7 – This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment
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. submit a refund with a refund form (DHHS Form 205) found in Section 5. First check your records to see if this claim has been paid. The modifier may need correcting to indicate different operative sessions. correct the ECF (in red) by entering the modifier 78 or 79 and resubmit. This indicates a review is necessary to ensure correct payment of the submitted claim. N30 . discard the ECF. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 867 Description DUPLICATE ADJ< ORIGINAL CLM ALRDY VOIDED RECIP RECEIVING SAME SVC FROM DIFFERENT PROV FOR DOS SURGICAL PROCS ON SEPERATE CLMS/SAME DOS B13 . assistant surgeon.Recipient ineligible for this service. Contact your program representative. M80 . If multiple procedures were performed and some have been paid. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment. etc. etc.
Contact your program representative for further assistance. Resubmit the ECF with documentation. B13 .
884
M80 – Not covered when performed during the same session/date as a previously processes service for patient.Previously paid. The system has identified that another surgical procedure for the same date of service was paid after manual pricing and approval. If two surgical procedures were performed at different times on this DOS (two different operative sessions).Previously paid.Previously paid. CARCS/RARCS. B13 . CARC RARC Resolution Provider has submitted an adjustment claim for an original claim that has already been voided. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment. B13 – Previously paid. surgical team.Previously paid. Contact your program representative for further assistance.

Duplicate claim/service. B20 . Claims are conflicting for the same date of service regardless of the procedure code. If duplicate services were provided and the correct duplicate modifier was billed. submit a refund with a refund form (DHHS Form 205) found in Section 5. CMS-1500 CLAIM: If duplicate services were not provided. B13 . Resubmit the ECF with documentation. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment. verify whether the correct modifier was billed. ADA CLAIM: If duplicate services were not provided. one with QX modifier and one with QZ modifier.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. 892 DUP DATE OF SERVICE.
894
895
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.Previously paid. Call your program representative if you have questions. contact your program representative. B20 . one with AA modifier and one with QK/QY modifier. Payment for this claim/service may have been provided in a previous payment. Claims are conflicting for the same date of service regardless of the procedure code. 893 CONFLICTING AA/QK MOD SUBMITTED SAME DOS CONFLICTING QX/QZ MOD SUBMITTED SAME DOS CONFL AA and QX/QZ MOD SAME PROC/DOS B20 . attach support documentation and resubmit the ECF. CARCS/RARCS. If the surgeon has been paid as the assistant. Verify by the anesthesia record the correct modifier for the procedure code on the date of service. If duplicate services were provided.Payment adjusted because procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider. Resolution Contact your program representative. and was the primary surgeon. mark through the duplicate line on the ECF. Claims have been submitted by an anesthesiologist as personally performed anesthesia services and a CRNA has also submitted a claim. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 888 Description DUP DATES OF SERVICE FOR EXTENDED NH CLM CARC B13 . B20 .Not covered when performed during the same session/date as a previously processed service for patient. RARC M80 .Payment adjusted because procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider. Verify by the anesthesia record if the procedure was rendered by a supervised or independent CRNA. Verify the correct modifier and/or procedure code for the date of service by the anesthesia record. make the correction in field 18 on the ECF.Previously Paid. If not.PROC/MOD ON SAME CLM 18 . If duplicate services were provided.
889
PROVIDER PREVIOUSLY PD AS AN ASST SURGEON
Verify which surgeon was primary and which was the assistant.Payment adjusted because procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider. mark through the duplicate line on the ECF and resubmit.Payment adjusted because procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider.

South Carolina Medicaid

09/01/08

APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES, CARCS/RARCS, AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 897 Description MULT. SURGERIES ON CONFLICTING CLM/DOS CARC 59 - Charges are adjusted based on multiple surgery rules or concurrent anesthesia rules. RARC Resolution First check your records to see if this claim has been paid. If it has, discard the ECF. If multiple procedures were performed and some have been paid, attach op note and remittance from original claim to ECF and send to your program representative. If two surgical procedures were performed at different times on this DOS (two different operative sessions), correct the ECF (in red) by entering the modifier 78 or 79 and resubmit. Verify by the anesthesia record the correct modifier and procedure code for the date of service. If this procedure was rendered by an anesthesia team, the supervising physician should bill with QK modifier and the supervised CRNA should bill with the QX modifier. The QY modifier indicates the physician was supervising a single procedure. N77-Missing/incomplete/invalid designated provider number Check your records to make sure that the individual provider number in field 19 of the ECF is correct. Enter correct individual ID# in appropriate field.

899

CONFLICTING QK/QZ MOD FOR SAME DOS

B20 - Payment adjusted because procedure/service was partially or fully furnished by another provider. 17 - Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 17 - Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service.

900

PROVIDER ID IS NOT ON FILE

901

INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER ID NUM NOT ON FILE

N77-Missing/incomplete/invalid designated provider number

CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check your records to make sure that the individual provider number in field 19 of the ECF is correct. Enter correct individual ID# in field 19. ADA CLAIM: Check your records to make sure that the individual provider number in field 13 of the ECF is correct. Enter correct individual ID# in field 13 on the ECF.

902

PROVIDER NOT ELIGIBLE ON DATE OF SERVICE INDIV PROVIDER INELIGIBLE ON DTE OF SERV

Pay-to provider not eligible on date of service. Provider was not enrolled when service was rendered. Contact your program representative for assistance. Verify that date of service is correct. If not, correct and resubmit the ECF. If the date of service is correct, contact Medicaid Provider Enrollment at (803 )788-7622 ext. 41650 regarding provider eligibility dates.

903

Appendix 1-65

South Carolina Medicaid

09/01/08

APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES, CARCS/RARCS, AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 904 Description PROVIDER SUSPENDED ON DATE OF SERVICE INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER SUSPENDED ON DOS PROVIDER ON PREPAYMENT REVIEW CARC B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. 17 - Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 17 - Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. N35 - Program Integrity/ utilization review decision. RARC Resolution Verify whether the date of service on ECF is correct. If not, correct and resubmit the ECF. If correct, attach a note to the ECF requesting to have the provider file updated provided the suspension has been lifted. Verify whether the date of service on ECF is correct. If not, correct and resubmit the ECF. If correct, attach a note to the ECF requesting to have the provider file updated provided the suspension has been lifted. Contact your program representative.

905

906

907

INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER ON PREPAYMENT REVIEW

N35 - Program Integrity/ utilization review decision.

Contact your program representative.

908

PROVIDER TERMINATED ON DATE OF SERVICE INDIVIDUAL PROVIDER TERMINATED ON DOS INDIV PROV NOT MEMBER OF BILLING GROUP

Verify whether the date of service on the ECF is correct. If not, correct and resubmit the ECF. If correct, attach a note to the ECF requesting to have the provider file updated. Verify whether the date of service on the ECF is correct. If not, correct and resubmit the ECF. If correct, attach a note to the ECF requesting to have the provider file updated. Resubmit the ECF along with a written request to have the individual provider added to the group provider ID number.

909

911

Appendix 1-66

South Carolina Medicaid

09/01/08

APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES, CARCS/RARCS, AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 912 Description PROV REQUIRES PA/NO PA NUMBER ON CLAIM INDIV PROV REQUIRES PA/NO PA NUM ON CLM GROUP PROV ID/NO INDIV ID ON CLAIM/LINE CARC 62 - Payment denied/reduced for absence of, or exceeded, precertification/ authorization. 62 - Payment denied/reduced for absence of, or exceeded, precertification/authorization. 17 - Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. B7 - This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. 40 - Charges do not meet qualifications for emergent/urgent care. 109 - Claim not covered by this payer/contractor. You must send the claim to the correct payer/contractor. N157 - Transportation to/from this destination is not covered. N77 - Missing / incomplete/ invalid designated provider number RARC Resolution Contact your program representative.

914

Contact your program representative.

915

CMS-1500 CLAIM: Verify the rendering individual physician and enter his or her provider ID number in field 19 on ECF. ADA CLAIM: Verify the rendering individual physician and enter his or her provider ID number in field 13 on ECF.

Provider contracted/ negotiated rate expired or not on file. strike through the incorrect provider ID number and write the correct provider ID number above it.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. If the provider ID number in field 19 is not the same provider ID number in field 1.Payment denied/reduced for absence of. If not. ADA CLAIM: Verify provider ID number in fields 1 and 13.This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. No payment is due from South Carolina Medicaid. B7 . or does not apply to the billed services or provider. attach a note to the ECF to request to have the provider’s file updated.
932
PAY TO PROV NOT GROUP/LINE PROV NOT SAME
N77-Missing/incomplete/invalid designated provider number
933
REV CODE 172 OR 175/NO NICU RATE ON FILE PRIOR AUTHORIZATION NH PROV ID NOT AUTHORIZED
934
Enter the correct Nursing Facility Provider number in field #3 on the ECF (Prior Authorization) and resubmit. this outpatient service is not covered for out-of-state providers. CARCS/RARCS.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. 15 – Payment adjusted because the submitted authorization number is missing. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. 40 . If provider is accepting Medicaid assignment.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage.
935
PROVIDER WILL NOT ACCEPT TITLE 18 ASSIGNMENT NON EMERGENCY SERVICE/OOS PROVIDER PROV WILL NOT ACCEPT TITLE 19 ASSIGNMENT
Contact your program representative. 141 . discard the ECF.
929
Provider is Medicare only provider attempting to bill for a non-QMB (Medicaid only) recipient.This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. CMS-1500 CLAIM: Verify provider ID number in fields 1 and 19. strike through the incorrect provider ID number and write the correct provider ID number above it. Medicaid does provide reimbursement to QMB providers for non-QMB recipients. 147 .
936
If diagnosis and surgical procedure codes have been coded correctly. Contact your program representative. If the provider ID number in field 1 is not the same provider ID number in field 13. 17 .Charges do not meet qualifications for emergent/ urgent care. or exceeded precertification/authorization. invalid. RARC Resolution Attach medical records to the ECF and forward to the Medical Service Reviewer.Recipient ineligible for this service. N30 .
938
Appendix 1-69
. B7 . AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 928 Description RECIP UNDER 21/HOSP SERVICE REQUIRES PA NON QMB RECIPIENT CARC 62 .

Appendix 1-70
. register the NPI with provider enrollment. Columbia. If so. 16 .enrollment@bcbssc. Update the ECF with the correct NPI. Medicaid Provider Enrollment Mailing address: PO Box 8809.Claim/service lacks information which is needed for adjudication.Claim/service lacks information which is needed for adjudication.enrollment@bcbssc. NO NPI ON CLAIM
944
TAXONOMY ON CLAIM HAS NOT BEEN REGISTERED WITH PROVIDER ENROLLMENT FOR THE NPI USED ON THE CLAIM
16 . N77 – Missing / incomplete /invalid designated provider number. discard the ECF.com Phone: (803) 264-1650 Fax: (803) 699-8637
943
TYPICAL PROVIDER.
941
Check the NPI on the ECF to ensure it is correct. RARC Resolution If provider is accepting Medicaid assignment. Columbia. SC 29202-8809 Email: provider.Claim/service lacks information which is needed for adjudication. 16 – Claim /service lacks information which is needed for adjudication. SC 29202-8809 Email: provider.Claim/Service denied because a more specific taxonomy code is required for adjudication. Either update the taxonomy on the ECF so that it is one that the provider registered with SCDHHS or contact Provider Enrollment to add the taxonomy that is being used on the claim. Make corrections to the ECF or resubmit a new claim. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 939 Description IND PROV WILL NOT ACCEPT T-19 ASSIGNMENT BILLING PROV NOT RECIP IPC PHYSICIAN NPI ON CLAIM NOT FOUND ON PROVIDER FILE CARC B7 . If not. attach a note to the ECF to request to have the provider’s file updated. the taxonomy code for each rendering and billing/pay-to provider must also be included.com Phone: (803) 264-1650 Fax: (803) 699-8637
942
INVALID NPI
16 . Typical providers must use the NPI and six-character Medicaid Legacy Provider Number or NPI only for each rendering and billing/pay-to provider. CARCS/RARCS.
N94 .
N77 – Missing / incomplete /invalid designated provider number. N77 – Missing / incomplete / invalid designated provider number. When billing with NPI only.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Contact your program representative if you have additional questions.This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. 38 – Services not provided or authorized by designated (network/primary care) providers. Medicaid Provider Enrollment Mailing address: PO Box 8809.
The NPI used on the claim is inconsistent with numbering scheme utilized by NPPES.
940
Contact your program representative.

If the contract allows billing of this procedure code. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 945 Description PROFESSIONAL COMPONENT REQUIRED FOR PROV CARC 17 . Do not include an NPI if you are an atypical provider. N77 – Missing / incomplete /invalid designated provider number.
947
Atypical providers must continue to use their legacy number on the claim.
946
UNABLE TO CROSSWALK TO LEGACY PROVIDER NUMBER ATYPICAL PROVIDER AND NPI UTILIZED ON THE CLAIM CONTRACT RATE NOT ON FILE/SERV NC ON DOS CONTRACT NOT ON FILE FOR ELECTRONIC CLAIMS
N77 – Missing / incomplete /invalid designated provider number.
948
949
Appendix 1-71
.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Did not complete or enter accurately an appropriate HCPCS modifier(s). 16 . If you are not sure.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 17 . Resolution The services were rendered on an inpatient or outpatient basis. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. N51-Electronic interchange agreement not on file for provider/submitter RARC M78 . contact your program representative.Provider contracted/ negotiated rate expired or not on file.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. 147 . Review your contract to verify if the correct procedure code was billed. Contact the EDI Support Center at 1-888-289-0709 for further assistance. CARCS/RARCS. contact your program representative.Claim/service lacks information which is needed for adjudication.Claim/service lacks information which is needed for adjudication. Services described in this manual do not require a modifier.
Add the legacy number to the ECF and contact your program representative to clarify why the NPI could not be cross-walked. 16 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Enter a "26" modifier in field 14.

27 . contact your county Medicaid Eligibility office and have them update the patient's Medicaid eligibility on the system and send you a statement to that effect. call the Medicaid office in the patient’s county of residence for the correct number or call the patient. mark through the lines when the patient was ineligible. all patients’ Medicaid numbers are 10 digits (no alpha characters). If the patient was eligible for some but not all of your charges. mark through the incorrect number and enter the correct number above field 2. call the Medicaid office in the patient’s county of residence for the correct number or call the patient. If the number on the ECF is different than the number in the patient’s file. If the number on the ECF is different than the number in the patient’s file. as patient cannot be identified as our insured.Claim denied.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Remember.Expenses incurred prior to coverage. If the patient was eligible. call the Medicaid office in the patient’s county of residence for the correct number or call the patient. mark through the incorrect number and enter the correct number above field 60. Remember. Medicaid eligibility may change. Always check the patient’s Medicaid eligibility on each date of service. the patient is responsible for your charges. If the number you have on file is correct. If the number you have on file is correct. UB CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 60 of the ECF to make sure it was entered correctly. If the number you have on file is correct. RARC Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 2 of the ECF to make sure it was entered correctly. mark through the incorrect number and enter the correct number above field 4. If the number on the ECF is different than the number in the patient’s file. 951 RECIPIENT INELIGIBLE ON DATES OF SERVICE 26 . ADA CLAIM: Check the patient’s Medicaid number in field 4 of the ECF to make sure it was entered correctly. If the patient was not eligible for Medicaid on the date of service.Expenses incurred after coverage terminated. all patient’s Medicaid numbers are 10 digits (no alpha characters). Remember. CARCS/RARCS. all patient’s Medicaid numbers are 10 digits (no alpha characters).
Appendix 1-72
. Attach the statement to the ECF and resubmit. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 950 Description RECIPIENT ID NUMBER NOT ON FILE CARC 31 . All other provider/claim types: Contact your program representative.

954 RURAL BEHAVIORAL HLTH. If no payment was made. 26. and 28 on the claim form. The information was either not reported or was illegible. B7 .Payment adjusted because the submitted authorization number is missing. 25. Medicare number. enter 0. SERVICES (RBHS) RURAL BEHAVIORAL HLTH. CMS-1500 CLAIM: File with Medicare first. or exceeded. Contact your program representative.
956
Person is enrolled in the Rural Behavior Health Services (RHBS) program and you are not the RBHS service provider. 54. If this has already been done. If this has already been done. 953 BUYIN INDICATED ON CIS-POSSIBLE MEDICARE 22 – Payment adjusted because this care may be covered by another payer per coordination of benefits. enter '1' in field 4 and resubmit.00 in field 54 and occurrence code 24 or 25 and the date Medicaid denied. or does not apply to the billed services or provider.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. CARCS/RARCS. invalid. 62 . 24. (RBHS) RECIP/SERV PROVIDER NOT RURAL BEHAVIORAL HLTH. enter '1' in field 5 and resubmit. 26 on the claim form. Medicare number. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 952 Description RECIPIENT PREPAYMENT REVIEW REQUIRED CARC 15 . If this has already been done. MA04 . Person is enrolled in the Rural Behavior Health Services program and is not eligible for this service. enter the Medicare carrier code. N30 .Secondary payment cannot be considered without the identity of or payment information from the primary payer. Contact your program representative.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage.
955
Person is enrolled in the Rural Behavior Health Services program and is not eligible for this service. 23. 60 on the claim form. RARC Resolution Contact your program representative. SERV 141 . Medicare number.Recipient ineligible for this service. and Medicare payment in fields 24. If no payment was made. UB CLAIM: File with Medicare first. enter the Medicare carrier code. ADA CLAIM: File with Medicare first. precertification/authorization. If no payment was made.Services not provided or authorized by designated (network) providers.
Appendix 1-73
. enter the Medicare carrier code.Payment denied/reduced for absence of.This provider was not certified/eligible to be paid for this procedure/service on this date of service. and Medicare payment in fields 50. and Medicare payment in fields 22. Contact your program representative. 38 .

Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. CARCS/RARCS.Recipient ineligible for this service.
Contact your program representative. 141 .
958
IPC DAYS EXCEEDED OR NOT AUTH ON DOS SILVERXCARD RECIP/SERVICE NOT PHARMACY EXCEEDS ESRD M'CARE 90 DAY ENROLL PERIOD
Contact your program representative. 141 . Charges are covered under a capitation agreement/managed care plan. however. N30 .
962
This is not a correctable edit. B5 -Payment adjusted because coverage/program guidelines were not met or were exceeded.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage.
Attach the statement from the Social Security Administration (SSA) denying benefits to the ECF and resubmit. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate.Payment for charges adjusted.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.
961
RECIP NOT ELIG FOR NH TRANSITION PEP RECIP/PROC IN PEP MONTHLY FEE
N30 .Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 957 Description DIALYSIS PROC CODE/PAT NOT CIS ENROLLED CARC 17 .
959
Contact the local county Medicaid Eligibility Office. or attach a copy of the patient's Medicare card showing the eligibility dates to the ECF and resubmit. 17 . RARC N188-The approved level of care does not match the procedure code submitted Resolution Attach the ESRD enrollment form (Form 218) for the first date of service to ECF and resubmit to program representative. 24 . Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. you did not complete or enter accurately the required information.Our records indicate that there is insurance primary to ours.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete.Recipient ineligible for this service.
Appendix 1-74
. Payment for this procedure is included in the PEP monthly capitated fee paid to the PCP.
960
MA92 .

Charges are covered under a capitation agreement/managed care plan. UB CLAIM: Contact the recipient’s primary care physician (PCP) and obtain authorization for the procedure. Check for error in using the incorrect procedure code.Recipient ineligible for this service. but the patient was not a participant in the HASCI waiver. CMS 1500 CLAIM: Contact the recipient’s primary care physician (PCP) and obtain authorization for the procedure. strike through the incorrect code and write the correct code above it.
965
N54-Claim information is inconsistent with precertified/authorized services
966
RECIP NOT ELIP FOR VENT WAIVER SERV
141 . If the patient Medicaid number is correct. Check for correct Medicaid number. If the Medicaid number is correct.
N30 .
964
FFS CLAIM FOR SLMB/QDWI RECIP NOT CVRD PCCM RECIP/PROV NOT PCP-PROC REQ REFERAL
Medicaid pays Medicare premiums only for recipients in these Medicaid payment categories.Recipient ineligible for this service. If the procedure code is incorrect. but the patient was not a participant in the MVDW. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 963 Description PROC FILED BY PCP AND IN PEP MONTHLY FEE CARC 24 . contact the service coordinator listed at the bottom of the waiver form
967
RECIP NOT ELIG.
The claim was submitted with a Head and Spinal Cord Injured (HASCI) waiver-specific procedure code.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. 38 .Recipient ineligible for this service. 141 .South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. contact the service coordinator listed at the bottom of the waiver form. Submit the edit correction form. strike through the incorrect number and enter the correct Medicaid number above it.Services not provided or authorized by designated (network) providers. the procedure code is correct and a MVDW form has been obtained.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. Make the correction on the ECF by entering the authorization number provided by the PCP in field 63 (Treatment Authorization Code) and resubmit the ECF. If the patient’s number is incorrect. the procedure code is correct. CARCS/RARCS. N30 . Submit the edit correction form. Check for correct patient Medicaid number. strike through the incorrect code and write the correct code above it. Payment for this procedure is included in the PEP monthly capitated fee paid to the PCP. Fee-for-service Medicaid claims are not reimbursed. Check for error in using the incorrect procedure code. and a HASCI waiver form has been obtained.
N30 . Make the correction on the ECF by entering the authorization number provided by the PCP in field 7 (Primary Care Coordinator) and resubmit the ECF. If the procedure code is incorrect.
Appendix 1-75
.
The claim was submitted with a Mechanical Ventilator Dependent Waiver (MVDW) specific procedure code. RARC Resolution This is not a correctable edit. FOR HD and SPINAL SERVICES
141 .Payment for charges adjusted.

You may not bill room and board charges through Medicaid. submit the ECF. field 29. Charges are covered under a capitation agreement/managed care plan.Payment adjusted because requested information was not provided or was insufficient/ incomplete. Deduct the charge from the total charge. but the recipient is not enrolled in hospice for the date of service. Service is hospice. field 27.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. If any other problems occur. 109 . 970 HOSPICE SERV/RECIP NOT ENROLLED FOR DOS 17 . contact the local MTS office to determine if appropriate notification has been made to the MTS state office.
974
RECIP IN HMO/HMO COVERS FIRST 30 DAYS
If you are a provider with the HMO plan. contact your program representative.
975
FEE FOR SVC RECIP/PALMETTO SENIOR CARE
Contact Palmetto Senior Care at (803) 434-3770. You must send the claim to the correct payer/contractor.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Check the PA number in field 3 of the ECF to ensure it matches the PA number on the authorization form. If the PA number on the ECF is correct. If the dates do not correspond. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 969 Description RECIP NOT ELIG. Mark through this line in red. Then return the ECF for processing. FOR COSY/ISCEDC SERVICE CARC 141 . CARCS/RARCS.Claim not covered by this payer/contractor. ask the case manager to update the child's eligibility to correspond to the authorization dates on the DHHS Form 254 you were provided.
Appendix 1-76
. bill the HMO for the first 30 days.Recipient ineligible for this service.The patient was not in a hospice program during all or part of the service dates billed. and enter the corrected amount for both. 24 . Mark through both the Total Charge. Ask for the date the child's eligibility went into effect to ensure it corresponds with the dates of service for which you are billing.Payment for charges adjusted. RARC N30 . If the dates correspond and no corrections are necessary. Be sure to make this correction in red. Additional information is supplied using the remittance advice remarks codes whenever appropriate. Resolution This edit will occur only when billing for procedure code H0043. and Balance Due. N143 .

Enter the authorization number in field 63 on the ECF resubmit.
File your claim with the Medicare intermediary. UB CLAIM: Contact Medicaid IVRS at 1-888-809-3040 to determine who the Hospice provider is. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 976 Description HOSPICE RECIPIENT/ SERVICE REQUIRES PA CARC B9 . CARCS/RARCS. 99211. All timely filing requirements must be met. Exceptions may be made to this edit under the following criteria: 1. the provider must file a new claim within six months of the rejection with a copy of verification of coverage indicating ambulatory visits were available for the date of service being billed.
Verify patient’s place of residence on date of service.South Carolina Medicaid
09/01/08
APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. Medicaid will reimburse lab work. or Change the office visit code in field 17 to the minimal established office E/M code. 977 FREQUENCY FOR AMBULATORY VISITS EXCEEDED B1 .Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. The availability of ambulatory visits must have been verified on the actual date of service being billed or the day before. and accept the lower reimbursement. Contact your program representative. A provider has two options: Bill the patient for the non-covered office visit only. If the visit code was a line item rejection and other services paid on the claim. An ECF must be returned within six months of the rejection with a copy of verification of coverage attached indicating ambulatory visits were available for the date of service being billed.
N30 . etc. Enter the authorization number in field 7 on the ECF resubmit. x-rays. 3.Non-covered visits. RARC Resolution CMS-1500 CLAIM: Contact Medicaid IVRS to determine who the Hospice provider is.
984
N30 . done in addition to the office visit. Contact the hospice provider to obtain the prior authorization number.Recipient ineligible for this service. contact your program representative. 2. FOR CHIROPRACTIC VISITS EXCEEDED H HLTH NURS CARE N/C FOR DUAL ELIG RECIP RECIP LIVING ARR INDICATES MEDICAL FAC B1 . injections.
980
141 .The procedure code/bill type is inconsistent with the place of service. If patient was not in a medical facility on date of service.Services not covered because the patient is enrolled in a Hospice. The availability of ambulatory visits must have been verified on the actual date of service being billed or the day before.
Appendix 1-77
.Non-covered visits.. 5 . 979 FREQ. This code does not count toward the ambulatory visits. Contact the hospice provider to obtain the prior authorization number.Recipient ineligible for this service.

Recipient ineligible for this service. If the patient’s number is incorrect. If the procedure code is incorrect.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage.Expenses incurred prior to coverage. submit a new enrollment form (DHHS Form 218) along with the ECF so the recipient’s file can be updated. Check for error in using the incorrect procedure code.
986
RECIP NOT ELIG FOR E/D WAIVER SERV
141 . Submit the edit correction form. bill the HMO for the equipment or supply.
N30 .Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage.
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. Charges are covered under a capitation agreement/managed care plan. The claim was submitted with an Elderly/Disabled Waiver-specific procedure code. If the correct information has been billed and you continue to receive this edit please contact your program representative. If dates of service on the ECF are prior to enrollment date. rebill the claim with the correct information. the procedure code is correct. 988 CRD PROCEDURE/DOS PRIOR TO COVERAGE 26 . If you are a provider with the HMO plan. Submit the edit correction form.Payment for charges adjusted. CARCS/RARCS. RARC N30 . and a HIV/AIDS Waiver form has been obtained. If enrollment date is wrong.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES. verify enrollment date. strike through the incorrect number and enter the correct Medicaid number above it.
989
RECIP IN HMO PLAN/SERV COVERED BY HMO
24 .Recipient ineligible for this service. but the patient was not a participant in the HIV/AIDS Waiver. Check for correct patient Medicaid number. strike through the incorrect number and enter the correct Medicaid number above it. or the client is not in the CHPC program. change dates on ECF. If you have not billed the correct Medicaid number or procedure code. If the patient Medicaid number is correct. N30 . The claim was submitted with a HIV/AIDS Waiver-specific procedure code. 987 RECIP NOT ELIG FOR HIV/AIDS WAIVER SERV 141 . Resolution Please check to make sure you have billed the correct Medicaid number. Check for correct patient Medicaid number. strike through the incorrect code and write the correct code above it. contact the service coordinator listed at the bottom of the waiver form. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 985 Description RECIP NOT ELIG FOR CHILDREN'S PCA SERV CARC 141 . Discard the edit correction form. and an Elderly/Disabled Waiver form has been obtained. Check for error in using the incorrect procedure code. the procedure code is correct. Call your program manager to see what the recipient’s first date of treatment is. procedure code and that this client is in the CHPC program. If the patient’s number is incorrect.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. strike through the incorrect code and write the correct code above it. contact the service coordinator listed at the bottom of the waiver form. If the patient Medicaid number is correct. If the procedure code is incorrect.Recipient ineligible for this service. If enrollment date is correct. but the patient was not a participant in the Elderly/Disabled Waiver.

If DOS is prior to 07/01/04 and service was not directly related to institutional services. Check the diagnosis code(s).Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage.
Contact your program representative. procedure code.
995
N30 . If this service was not directly related to family planning it is non-covered under the Family Planning Waiver and by Medicaid.South Carolina Medicaid
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APPENDIX 1 EDIT CODES.Recipient ineligible for this service.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. Limited services are covered for this recipient. 141 .
Check DOS on ECF. make the appropriate changes by adding a family planning diagnosis code.
N30 .Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage.
993
N30 .
994
RECIP ELIG FOR EMERGENCY SVCS ONLY INMATE RECIP ELIG FOR INSTIT. COVERED RECIP NOT ELIG FOR PSC SERV
141 . service is non-covered. RARC N30 . If incorrect. SVCS ONLY
N30 .
991
RECIP ISCEDC/COSYLIMITED SERVS.Recipient ineligible for this service. This is not a covered service.
If service was not directly related to emergency services.Recipient ineligible for this service. Resolution Make sure the Medicaid ID number matches the patient served. 141 . and/or FP modifier.Recipient ineligible for this service. 141 . and/or modifier to ensure the correct codes were billed.Recipient ineligible for this service. CARCS/RARCS. AND RESOLUTIONS
Edit Code 990 Description FP WAIVER RECIP/SERVICE IS NOT FP CARC 141 .Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. procedure code(s). UB CLAIM: Only inpatient claims will be reimbursed. service is non-covered.
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.Claim adjustment because the claim spans eligible and ineligible periods of coverage. therefore the patient is responsible for the charges.